Austin, Texas, 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.
This heartbreaking discovery brings an unspeakable sorrow to Abby’s family, her friends, and to the countless people who held hope in their hearts throughout the search. Abby was just a child—full of life, wonder, and promise. Her time at Camp Mystic was meant to be one of joy, friendship, and summer memories. Instead, it ended in tragedy that no words can fully express.
Abby’s spirit touched many in her short life. Known for her sweet smile, joyful heart, and the light she brought wherever she went, she was a daughter, a friend, a camper, and a bright soul who made the world better just by being in it. Her laughter echoed through cabins and campfires, and her warmth left an impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
The sudden and violent flash flooding that struck the Texas Hill Country on the Fourth of July turned a place of innocence and adventure into a site of unimaginable loss. First responders, volunteers, and local agencies worked tirelessly in the days following the flood, hoping for a miracle. Though that miracle never came, Abby was finally brought home, allowing her family a measure of peace in the face of unbearable grief.
In this time of profound sorrow, the Austin and Camp Mystic communities stand together—united in mourning, in remembrance, and in love. Vigils have been held, prayers offered, and arms wrapped around one another as we honor the life of a little girl who should still be with us.
To Abby’s family: we grieve with you, we cry with you, and we hold your precious daughter in our hearts. Her memory will live on in the love she gave, the joy she brought, and the light she leaves behind.
Rest peacefully, sweet Abby. You are deeply loved. You are forever missed. You will never be forgotten.
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