Hunkering Down in Mexico, Some Hope for a Flight Out Amid Burning Cars

New York Times - WorldEN 5 min read 100% complete by Soumya KarlamanglaFebruary 24, 2026 at 12:38 AM

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Following the death of a cartel boss in custody after a military operation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on Sunday, violence erupted as cartel members blocked roads and burned businesses. Tourists and residents, including people from Canada and the United States, sought safety in hotels and other locations. Roads were blocked with burning vehicles, and flights were canceled, leaving many stranded. One Canadian family, after witnessing vendors fleeing a market, had to walk along the shoreline to return to their condo. They are now concerned about food and water supplies after their flight was canceled and the next available flight is over a week away.

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Barrie, Ontario 40% Puerto Vallarta ×250% Jalisco 60% Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ×270% Mexico ×480%

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cartel violence 90% mexico 80% flight cancellations 70% travel safety 70% burning cars 60% drug lord death 60% hunkering down 50% puerto vallarta 50%

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Very Negative

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New York Times - World

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90%

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Mexico

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