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It was a holiday tragedy that shocked the nation. Flash flooding on the 4th of July at Camp Mystic along Texas' Guadalupe River killed 25 girls, two counselors and the camp's co-owner who died trying to save them
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Now the families of those victims are suing the camp's operators, seeking at least $1 million in damages, alleging negligence and a complete failure to protect the children
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The suit claims camp staff had no evacuation plan and even told some girls to stay in their cabins as floodwaters swept through the property while a groundskeeper reportedly spent time moving equipment
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It also accuses camp leaders of putting profits over safety in a region known for dangerous flash flooding
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Adding to the controversy, parents are outraged that Camp Mystic plans to partially reopen next summer for its 100th anniversary
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inviting girls to swim in the same river where others died. An attorney for Camp Mystic told the Associated Press they disagree with, quote
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several accusations and misinformation in the lawsuit. Music
