Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – The municipal government of Puerto Vallarta has commenced an extensive cleanup and dredging project across the city’s rivers, canals, and streams. This initiative, executed by the Directorate of Infrastructure and Public Works, is strategically designed to optimize economic resources by effectively utilizing available machinery and labor. This approach has already demonstrated substantial savings, reducing operational costs by approximately 30 percent.
The primary goal of these actions is to ensure unobstructed water flow, significantly decreasing the risk of flooding and related water management issues. With the current drought conditions posing challenges, these preventive measures are essential for preparing the city to handle future environmental and climate-related situations effectively.
Cleanup and dredging works have already started at numerous critical locations throughout the city, including Avenida México, Avenida de Las Palmas (near the bus station), La Floresta, Tamarindos in Ixtapa, El Contentillo in Loma Bonita, the Luis Donaldo Colosio Bypass, Sendero de Luna, Río Pitillal, and around the Centro Universitario de la Costa, among other areas.
City officials emphasized the importance of maintaining and cleaning the waterways regularly, noting that this initiative is part of a broader strategy to protect the community and urban infrastructure. Ensuring that rivers, canals, and streams are clear helps prevent potential flooding during the rainy season, thereby safeguarding both public safety and the local economy.
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and support these efforts by avoiding littering in water channels, which contributes significantly to blockages and flooding risks. The local government reaffirms its commitment to proactively addressing environmental challenges, underscoring that maintaining clean and functional waterways is essential for the well-being and safety of all inhabitants.
This comprehensive maintenance program will continue over the coming weeks, reinforcing Puerto Vallarta’s resilience against adverse weather conditions and ensuring sustainable urban management practices.
