In Loving Memory of Abby Pohl
Austin, TX – Tragedy Strikes Camp Mystic as Missing Camper Found Deceased After Flash Flood
With hearts shattered and an entire community in mourning, we share the devastating news that Abby Pohl, the young camper from Austin, Texas, who had been missing following the catastrophic flash flood at Camp Mystic on July 4, has been found deceased after an exhaustive multi-day search. Her tragic death marks a heartbreaking end to a hopeful effort that united search teams, families, and neighbors in unwavering prayer and support.
Abby had come to Camp Mystic with the wide-eyed excitement of summer—a time for friendship, laughter, and the lifelong memories that summer camp so often brings. For Abby, this was meant to be a cherished part of her childhood, a joyful escape filled with fun, songs, and sunshine. But the events of July 4 turned those dreams into a nightmare, when unexpected, torrential rain triggered a violent flash flood that tore through the campgrounds with terrifying speed and force.
The floodwaters overwhelmed the area, sweeping away equipment, vehicles, and tragically, lives. In the chaotic aftermath, Abby was reported missing, sparking a massive search and rescue operation led by Kerr County authorities, dive teams, helicopters, drones, and volunteers who refused to give up hope. Day after day, teams combed through waterlogged terrain and murky currents, desperately searching for signs of the young girl who had captured the hearts of so many.
Her family held onto hope with unimaginable strength, surrounded by an outpouring of love and support from both the Austin and Kerr County communities, as well as families from across the state who sent prayers, meals, and encouragement to those enduring the unthinkable. Sadly, their worst fears were confirmed when Abby’s body was recovered, bringing an end to the search but not to the heartbreak that now hangs heavy over so many.
Abby Pohl was more than a name in the headlines—she was a bright, loving, and spirited young girl, full of promise and potential. Her laughter filled rooms. Her kindness left a mark on everyone she met. To those who knew her best, she was adventurous, gentle-hearted, and wise beyond her years. She loved nature, enjoyed time with her friends, and brought comfort to others even in moments when she didn’t know she was doing it.
To her family, Abby was the light of their lives—a daughter, a sister, a granddaughter, a cousin, and a source of pure joy. Their grief now is unimaginable, and their pain is one that no family should ever have to endure.
This tragedy has also deeply affected the Camp Mystic community, which for decades has been a place of peace, friendship, and growth for generations of girls. The counselors, fellow campers, and staff who knew Abby and witnessed the events of that night will carry this trauma with them, and our hearts go out to each of them as they begin to navigate life in the shadow of such loss.
As we mourn the passing of this beautiful soul, we also honor her memory by coming together in unity, compassion, and love. Let us remember Abby not for how she was lost, but for how she lived—with joy, with kindness, and with a heart that left a lasting imprint.
A Call to Support
If you have any information, even the smallest detail regarding the events of July 4 at Camp Mystic, please contact Kerr County authorities immediately. Every voice matters. Every piece of the puzzle can help bring clarity and comfort to those still searching for answers.
We also ask that you continue to keep Abby’s family and all those impacted by the Camp Mystic flood in your thoughts and prayers. The journey ahead will be one of healing, and they will need the strength of their community now more than ever.
Memorial service details and ways to support the Pohl family will be shared in the coming days.
Rest in peace, sweet Abby.
Your spirit will forever shine in the hearts of all who loved you.