‘Unimaginable tragedy’: Texas camp breaks silence after 27 girls die in flooding

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A Texas camp hit hard by catastrophic flooding has spoken out about the “unimaginable tragedy” of losing 27 of its campers.

“Camp Mystic is grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors following the catastrophic flooding on the Guadalupe river,” an online statement read.

“Our hearts are broken alongside our families that are enduring this unimaginable tragedy. We are praying for them constantly.”

The camp added that it had been in communication with local and state authorities and that “extensive resources to search for our missing girls.”

“We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from community, first responders, and officials at every level,” the statement read. “We ask for your continued prayers, respect and privacy for each of our families affected. May the Lord continue to wrap His presence around all of us.”

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