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Hotels in Puerto Vallarta are being told to keep lifeguards on duty, replace warning signs and report crocodile sightings immediately.

Jalisco Alerta will add real-time crocodile sighting notices for Puerto Vallarta as rainy-season movement raises beach safety concerns.

Five Puerto Vallarta beach areas closed to swimming Wednesday as red and purple flags warned of hazardous wildlife and unsafe conditions.

Six crocodiles were found dead around Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas, yet most causes, dates and locations remain undisclosed.

Puerto Vallarta says seven beaches will gain Blue Flag status in August, though names, timelines and operating details remain undisclosed.

Mexican Army crews are clearing channels and runoff areas in Puerto Vallarta as recurring blockages keep flood risks active during rainy season.

A 2.93-meter tagged crocodile was captured near Molino de Agua after leaving the Río Cuale and was released near the Río Ameca.

Puerto Vallarta lifeguards taught children how beach flags, currents and sea conditions guide safer swimming during summer break.

Repeated kitten dumping on Cuale Island is outpacing sterilization and adoption work while placing native wildlife at greater risk.

Cofepris says one beach in Puerto Vallarta exceeded bacteria limits, reversing its spring result while other Jalisco beaches passed summer testing.

A 3.5-meter crocodile caught near Marina Vallarta condos was released in the Río Ameca as safety concerns widen beyond beach access.

Marina Vallarta hotels will add daytime beach patrols, guest warnings and seek equipment after a fatal crocodile attack near the estuary.

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