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Camp Mystic had no emergency plan, report claims
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
One year later, recovery is visible in Kerr County," said Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. "Families are coming home. Neighborhoods are rebuilding. Some neighborhoods are being completely built out of the ground. Businesses are reopening and optimistic co...
Key takeaway Some neighborhoods are being completely built out of the ground.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The lack of an emergency plan at Camp Mystic raises concerns for Southlake residents, particularly those with children who attend summer camps in the area. While the quote from Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, highlights the progress made in Kerr County's recovery, it also underscores the need for local camps to prioritize emergency preparedness. Southlake parents expect a certain level of safety and responsibility from camps operating in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and the absence of a plan at Camp Mystic may prompt them to reevaluate their choices. As the summer camp season approaches, Southlake residents will likely be watching to see how local camps respond to this incident and what measures they take to ensure their own emergency preparedness. This incident may also lead to increased scrutiny of summer camps in the area, with parents and local officials seeking assurances that adequate safety protocols are in place.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? One year later, recovery is visible in Kerr County," said Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. "Families are coming home. Neighborhoods are rebuilding. Some neighborhoods are being completely built out of the ground. Businesses are reopening and optimistic co...
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