US EditionCamp Mystic must undergo changes before it can reopen this summer, Texas officials say
The state found 22 missing or inadequate items and ordered changes to evacuation, communication and staff roles under new youth-camp rules.
- On Thursday, the Texas Department of State Health Services notified Camp Mystic that its emergency plan does not meet new safety rules, giving the facility 45 days to make necessary corrections.
- The camp intends to reopen this summer, a decision facing intense scrutiny after a flood last year killed 25 campers, two counselors, and the director, prompting parents to push for stricter safety legislation.
- Deficiencies in 22 categories were found by the Texas Department, including cabin mapping relative to flood risks, assistance for campers with visual or mobility impairments, and distribution protocols for staff and parents.
- Staff responsibilities for emergency services coordination, warning systems, and safety training must also be clearly defined to meet the department's updated safety standards for protecting youth during disasters.
- Most youth camps received similar letters, according to Lara Anton, a spokesperson for the Texas Department, as the agency continues enforcing compliance with updated state safety requirements across the industry.
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The Independent (US)Camp Mystic denied license to reopen until safety plan is updated
‘Most youth camps have received a notice of deficiency letter for their emergency plan due to the statutory changes and increased emergency plan requirements,’ a DSHS spokesperson said
Texas regulators flag safety deficiencies at Camp Mystic ahead of potential reopening
Texas regulators flagged dozens of deficiencies in Camp Mystic's emergency plan, saying missing flood maps, unclear evacuation procedures and undefined staff roles could hinder responses during disasters.
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