Missing Girls Found After Texas Flooding
Tragic Flooding at Texas Summer Camp Results in Multiple Missing and Deceased Girls
Heavy flash floods have struck a Christian girls’ summer camp in Texas, leading to the deaths of at least four young girls and leaving 23 others missing. The 99-year-old Camp Mystic, located along the Guadalupe River near Hunt, experienced a dramatic rise in water levels, which surged over 26 feet in just 45 minutes— a historic flood comparable to those seen in 1987.
Most campers, ranging from 7 to 17 years old, were evacuated safely. However, some couldn’t be rescued in time. As a result, the region has seen 32 fatalities, including 14 children.
Families have been notified, and officials state that if their children haven’t been directly contacted, they should remain hopeful as some may still be safe but out of communication, possibly hiding or stranded in trees. Authorities continue searching for missing girls, with hopes high for their safe recovery.
Victims Confirmed Dead
Renee Smajstrla, 9
Renee was found deceased, her family expressed relief that social media likely helped responders identify her swiftly. Her family shared their sorrow, remembering her as lively and joyful.
Janie Hunt, 9
Janie was among those lost, according to her mother, who described her as a spirited child. Her loss deeply saddens her family, who have asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Sarah Marsh, 8
From Alabama, Sarah’s relatives confirmed her death and shared sentiments of love and remembrance, emphasizing her bright personality and the joy she brought to those around her.
Lila Bonner, 9
Lila, a Dallas native, was identified among the casualties, and her family expressed heartbreak and gratitude for ongoing community support.
Missing Girls
- Lainey Landry
- Hadley Hanna, 8
- Linnie McCown, 8
- Mary Grace Baker, 8
- Blakely McCrory, 8
- Molly Dewitt, 9
- Margaret Sheedy
- Wynne Naylor, 8
- Cile Steward, 8
- Anne Margaret Bellows, 8
Families and community groups continue to search for these girls, sharing their photos and pleas for help across social media. Authorities urge everyone to keep hope alive and pray for their safe return.