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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 Houston Public Media
· 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 Spring
The settlement between Texas Children's Hospital and the Texas attorney general has significant implications for the Spring community, where many families rely on the hospital for specialized care. As the hospital works to establish a detransition clinic within the required 90-day timeframe, local residents should be aware of the potential impact on healthcare services in the area. The hospital's proximity to Spring, just south of the community along Interstate 45, makes it a vital resource for families seeking medical care. The creation of a list of potential gender affirming patients also raises questions about how the hospital will balance its obligations under the settlement with the needs of its patients in the Spring area. As the hospital navigates this complex issue, residents of Spring should watch for updates on how the clinic will operate and how it will affect the broader healthcare landscape in Harris County.
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Category: weather ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
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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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