Tragedy struck a Christian girls’ summer camp in Hunt, Texas, after sudden and severe flash floods devastated the area, leaving at least 23 young campers missing. The flooding, triggered by up to 10 inches of relentless rainfall, destroyed structures, blocked access roads, and overwhelmed emergency response efforts.
The camp, located along the Guadalupe River, was hit late Wednesday night. Staff members initiated emergency evacuation procedures as the river overflowed, but chaos followed as cabins were washed away and communication systems failed. Many girls were rescued or found stranded in nearby areas, but dozens remain unaccounted for.
Parents were notified via email that if they had not been directly contacted by camp officials, their child was still considered missing. The girls range in age from 7 to 17, with many believed to be isolated or unreachable due to the dangerous terrain and washed-out roads.
Search and rescue teams, including local authorities, volunteers, and first responders, have been working around the clock to locate the missing. Helicopters and boats are being used to scan the area, while families await updates with growing concern.
State officials clarified that “missing” does not always mean lost—some may be sheltering in trees, elevated land, or other inaccessible spots awaiting help. The storm has already claimed multiple lives across the region, and the search at the camp remains a top priority amid worsening weather conditions.