Texas health authorities informed Camp Mystic’s owners Tuesday that they are investigating hundreds of complaints following the July 2025 floods that killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors. The Texas Rangers are also involved, assisting in allegations of neglect, though details of their investigation remain limited.

The floods struck when the South Fork of the Guadalupe River rose from 14 feet to nearly 30 feet within an hour before dawn. Camp Mystic did not evacuate during the sudden deluge, leaving campers and staff exposed to life-threatening conditions.

The Department of State Health Services said it has received “hundreds of complaints regarding Camp Mystic’s operations in the summer of 2025,” alleging violations of state youth camp regulations. The agency asked for support from state police in reviewing the complaints.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick called the Rangers’ involvement a “criminal investigation” and urged officials not to grant the camp a license to reopen until all probes, including a legislative review, are complete. “Prioritize safety and do everything in your power to ensure Camp Mystic and/or their operators are not allowed to operate until the facts are in,” Patrick wrote.

Camp Mystic released a statement saying it has cooperated with all investigative requests, including from lawmakers and the Texas Rangers. “We look forward to cooperating with the Texas Rangers and supporting them in their efforts to gain a thorough and accurate understanding of what happened on the South Fork of the Guadalupe River during the early hours of July 4,” the camp said.

Families of the victims have filed lawsuits against the camp, claiming officials failed to protect campers from the sudden flooding. A district judge last month ordered camp owners to preserve damaged cabins and other parts of the grounds while litigation proceeds.

The body of 8-year-old Cile Steward has not yet been recovered, and the search continues. Overall, the July floods killed at least 136 people along the river, raising broader questions about preparedness and safety at Camp Mystic.