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At least 1 summer camp evacuates, others monitoring as life-threatening floods strike the Hill Country
By Emily DeMotte | KERA, Dylan Duke | KERA at Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Camp La Jita, a Girl Scouts camp in Uvalde County, evacuated their camp earlier this week. Others say they are monitoring the weather and preparing to enact safety plans.
Key takeaway Others say they are monitoring the weather and preparing to enact safety plans.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The evacuation of Camp La Jita in Uvalde County due to life-threatening floods is a stark reminder of the potential risks that summer camps in the Hill Country face during severe weather events. For Alamo Heights residents who send their children to camps in this region, the situation is particularly concerning. Many local families rely on these camps as a safe and enjoyable way for their kids to spend the summer, and the threat of flooding can be a major disruption to these plans. As the weather continues to be monitored, other camps in the area are wisely preparing to enact their safety plans, a precaution that is crucial given the unpredictable nature of Hill Country floods. The situation will likely be closely watched by parents and camp administrators alike, who will be hoping for a safe and dry rest of the summer for all campers.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Camp La Jita, a Girl Scouts camp in Uvalde County, evacuated their camp earlier this week. Others say they are monitoring the weather and preparing to enact safety plans.
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