Hunt, Texas
Tragedy has struck Central Texas as flash floods along the Guadalupe River claimed at least 24 lives, with 20 young girls still missing — most of them campers from Camp Mystic, a popular summer retreat for teens.
Local officials call this one of the deadliest flood events in Texas in over a decade.
🌊 How the Flood Unfolded
Heavy rainfall throughout the Hill Country caused the Guadalupe River to overflow rapidly, sweeping away vehicles, cabins, and campers with little warning.
Rescue efforts began shortly after midnight and continue as emergency responders navigate washed-out roads and swollen waters.
"We had no time. The water came like a wall,” said one local volunteer. “There was screaming, and then silence.”
🏕️ Summer Camp Turned Search Site
Most of the missing are teen girls attending Camp Mystic, a historic private camp for girls ages 11–17 located along the riverbanks in Hunt, TX.
- Witnesses say cabins were flooded within minutes
- Camp staff reportedly sounded alarms, but evacuations were incomplete
- Several parents are still awaiting news from authorities
Desperate family members have begun posting photos of missing daughters online and are gathering at reunification centers established near the site.
🚨 Recovery and Response
Governor Maribel Soto has declared a state of emergency, deploying:
- National Guard units
- Search-and-rescue dogs
- Helicopters scanning river bends and debris fields
The Red Cross and other aid organizations have set up shelters in Kerrville and Ingram for survivors.
📸 The Human Cost
Online, the hashtag #CampMysticMissing is spreading rapidly, as parents and friends share photos and messages:
“This is my daughter Ava. She just turned 14. Please help bring her home.”
“We are praying for Maddie, Ella, and their cabin-mates. If anyone saw them last near the mess hall — contact authorities.”
🌧️ Climate Context
Meteorologists note that record rainfall and aging flood infrastructure are creating more frequent and deadly flood events in the U.S. South.
Texas has seen a 34% increase in severe flooding events over the past 15 years, according to NOAA.
🧠 If You Need Help
- To report missing persons: Texas Flood Emergency Line: 1-800-555-1422
- For survivor reunification: Visit Hunt Community Center or First Baptist Church of Ingram
- For mental health support: Call the Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
By ✍️ Tammy Castillo - MicuPost Team
