Calling the tragedy “100% preventable,” the parents of 8-year-old Sarah Marsh — who died tragically when floodwaters swept through Camp Mystic in Texas last summer — are fighting for stronger camp safety laws that they believe will save lives, the Associated Press reported.
Subscribe to The Alabama Baptist today!
SIGN UP for our weekly Highlights emails.
Safety from reaching higher ground was just 50 yards from her bunk, said Patrick Marsh, according to the report. During the unexpected flooding, 27 campers and counselors died after the high waters swept them away.
An Alabama bill, called the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, reportedly focuses on requirements that include emergency evacuation plans, banning cabins located on floodplains and having preparedness licenses. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is among those backing the bill advanced by the House committee.
See related stories:
Camp Mystic parents seek stronger camp regulations -Alabama Daily News/Associated Press
Families sue Camp Mystic, allege gross negligence -The Baptist Paper
Woman charged after fraudulent GoFundMe campaign for Camp Mystic victim – The Baptist Paper
Share with others: