Amid violence, people in Puerto Vallarta have been told to keep a low profile, follow the advice of local authorities, and monitor local and international media to stay informed.

The U.S. Embassy in Mexico issued a security alert advising Americans in Jalisco, including Puerto Vallarta, to shelter in place due to security operations following the reported killing of a cartel leader.

Air Canada (TSX:AC) said on Sunday it had temporarily halted operations in Mexico’s Puerto Vallarta, citing an ongoing security situation.

From India, Canada, the US to Chile, several countries across the world issued travel advisories following the violence that erupted over the killing of drug lord El Mencho. Stay tuned to the LIVE updates here.

All flights to and from the Mexican city have been cancelled or diverted, and the Canadian government has issued a travel advisory

As authorities in Mexico combat the narco gangs terrorizing Puerto Vallarta and other parts of the country, the citizens -- and pets -- are left running for cover.

Puerto Vallarta descended into violence after the reported killing of CJNG leader El Mencho, with buses torched and highways blocked across Jalisco. The US has issued a shelter-in-place warning for multiple Mexican states.

Jalisco faced a wave of violence after federal forces carried out an operation in Tapalpa. Criminal groups blocked roads, burned vehicles, and caused panic in cities and tourist areas.