Puerto Vallarta bridge blast leaves one dead, one hurt An explosion during demolition at Puerto Vallarta’s La Desembocada bridge killed one person and injured a worker on March 3, 2026.
Rumors deepened Puerto Vallarta trauma after El Mencho killing After Feb. 22 violence in Puerto Vallarta, psychologists warn that WhatsApp rumors and unverified videos prolonged fear and stress.
U.S. Embassy issues official Spring Break Travel Warning for Mexico U.S. Embassy urges Spring Break travelers to review Mexico’s state advisories and use caution around crime, drugs, alcohol and beaches.
Vallarta officials say March events remain on track Tourism officials say Puerto Vallarta is operating normally, with about 75 March events confirmed statewide and key showcases ahead.
First March cruise ship brings 4,500 to Puerto Vallarta Norwegian Bliss docked in Puerto Vallarta at 05:45 with about 4,500 passengers, kicking off a March schedule of 14 cruise calls.
SSEJ says hidden device left from cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta caused bridge explosion Jalisco security officials say a device hidden since February 22 detonated during bridge work in Puerto Vallarta, killing one worker.
Puerto Vallarta remains excluded from travel warnings by U.S. State Department US lifted the Feb. 22 shelter alert and keeps Jalisco at Level 3, but Puerto Vallarta remains excluded from Jalisco travel warnings.
Puerto Vallarta expects 14 cruise calls in March 2026 A tentative ASIPONA calendar shows 14 cruise arrivals in Puerto Vallarta in March 2026, including four double-ship days.
Gala 2026 brings 700+ tourism leaders to Puerto Vallarta Gala 2026 runs March 10–12 in Puerto Vallarta, bringing 700+ tourism leaders for thousands of Pacific coast business meetings.
Red, Yellow, and Purple Flags Return to Puerto Vallarta Beaches Yellow flags mark caution on several Vallarta beaches, while red and purple warnings near Río Pitillal mean stay out and watch for hazards.