Earthquake Rattles Puerto Vallarta After Hurricane Lidia

Hurricane Lidia hit Puerto Vallarta, leaving two dead, while a massive rockslide blocks Federal Highway 200. The city's airport sees record growth, and it's named one of the world's best small cities. An earthquake rattles the city, and a Day of the Dead festival promises a vibrant October.

Earthquake Rattles Puerto Vallarta After Hurricane Lidia
One of the rocks fell on a vehicle, however, no persons were found inside. Credit: Violeta Meléndez

Hurricane Lidia may have unleashed her fury on the picturesque shores of Puerto Vallarta, but the spirit of this sun-soaked Mexican paradise remains unbroken. In a rollercoaster of weather events, here's the lowdown on the happenings in this vibrant coastal haven:

Lidia, the tempestuous tropical titan, didn't pull any punches as she crashed into the Mexican Pacific. With a Category 4 intensity, she left at least two souls in her wake. One brave soul lost his life attempting to traverse a raging stream in the municipality of Pihuamo, Jalisco. A second unfortunate soul met his end beneath a falling tree while navigating the deluge in Bahía de Banderas. Nature's fury knows no bounds.