Camp faces criticism after hearing on 2023 flash flood tragedy killed 27.

A public hearing on the 2023 Camp Mystic flash flood tragedy, which killed 27 people, revealed widespread criticism of the camp's emergency preparedness. Officials acknowledged failures in evacuation planning and communication, with witnesses stating warnings were ignored and staff lacked training. Despite apologies, the camp faces pushback against proposals to reopen, and calls for stricter safety regulations for youth camps in flood-prone areas continue.