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Texas Judge Orders Evidence Preservation in Camp Mystic Flood Case

3/10/2026

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A Texas judge ordered Camp Mystic to preserve evidence after floods last year that killed 25 girls and two counselors.
The order prevents alterations to the cabins where campers were housed during the disaster.
The order comes amid a lawsuit from the family of 8-year-old Cile Steward, whose body has not been recovered.
Edward Eastland, the camp owner, testified about the chaotic evacuation and said flood plans were inadequate.
Texas regulators are reviewing Camp Mystic's license as investigations continue.

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A Texas judge ordered Camp Mystic to preserve evidence after floods last year that killed 25 girls and two counselors.
The order prevents alterations to the cabins where campers were housed during the disaster.
The order comes amid a lawsuit from the family of 8-year-old Cile Steward, whose body has not been recovered.
Edward Eastland, the camp owner, testified about the chaotic evacuation and said flood plans were inadequate.
Texas regulators are reviewing Camp Mystic's license as investigations continue.