Businesses in Puerto Vallarta are securing their premises by boarding up windows ahead of Hurricane Simon, which is bearing down on Mexico’s west-central coast. Authorities have warned of potential storm surges, strong winds, and heavy rainfall as the hurricane approaches. Residents are urged to prepare for possible evacuations and power outages as the region braces for the storm’s impact. The measures reflect growing concern over the hurricane’s intensifying strength and expected landfall.


Puerto Vallarta businesses board up windows as Hurricane Simon threatens Mexico’s west-central coast.