Parts of Camp Mystic must remain closed, judge rules after days of emotional testimony
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A judge ruled parts of Camp Mystic must remain closed due to ongoing investigations into a deadly flood.
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A judge ruled that a restraining order against altering Camp Mystic must remain in place, meaning parts of the camp must stay closed. This decision follows days of emotional testimony and comes as state investigations into last year's deadly flood at the camp are ongoing. The ruling prevents any changes to the camp while authorities continue their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident. Carter Evans reported on the development.
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State investigations into last year's deadly flood at Camp Mystic are ongoing, and a restraining order prevents changes to the camp.
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