Puerto Vallarta News, Tourism, and Expat Living

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

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

Puerto Vallarta records show evacuation was recommended at Río Cuale Market, while a repair deadline and 6 million peso plan remain unclear.

Firefighters controlled a blaze at the old Blockbuster in Versalles, where trash inside raised concern over nearby businesses.

Red, yellow and purple flags restrict water access at several Puerto Vallarta beaches as surf and wildlife warnings continue.

Purple and red flags are posted at river mouths and Marina Vallarta beaches as officials warn of crocodile movement during rains.

Puerto Vallarta rescuers used a rope system to pull an injured man from a 20-meter cliff along Federal Highway 200 South.

Puerto Vallarta’s summer beach patrols begin June 30, with Navy rescue teams, boats and medical posts active through August.

A 5 de Diciembre home fire linked to an electrical short left one man with second-degree burns and no hospital transfer.

Jalisco reinforced beach and estuary patrols in Puerto Vallarta after a fatal crocodile attack near Marina Vallarta during rainy season.

Authorities recovered the body of a 28-year-old tourist after a crocodile attack near Marina Vallarta and Estero Boca Negra.

Marigalante’s owner donated 200,000 pesos to Puerto Vallarta firefighters after the 2025 sinking and emergency response.

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