Camp Mystic Withdraws License, Grieving Families First

0:00On April 30th, Camp Mystic just pulled their application for a summer camp license this year. Officials say it's to give families more time to grieve after that tragic flood last July. The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed the withdrawal on Thursday. This move comes right after Texas lawmakers hit them with tough questions. They're digging into how camp leaders handled the devastating flood on July 4th that took so many lives. The flood claimed 25 campers, two teenage counselors and the camp owner Dick Eastland. Families are still reeling from the loss and the pain runs deep across Texas. Camp leaders put out a statement stressing that no summer plans or paperwork should push ahead while grief lingers and probes keep rolling. For now, the camp steps back, letting investigations play out and healing take center stage before any return to the water. Stay informed with U.S. News Today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.