Mexico Braces for Devastation as Hurricane Lidia Strikes Pacific Coast

Hurricane Lidia made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Mexico's Pacific coast, threatening Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding region. The storm weakened to a Category 2 hurricane as it moved inland, but still posed a significant risk of life-threatening winds, flooding rainfall, and potential mudslides. The Mexican government issued hurricane and tropical storm warnings for various areas along the Pacific coast. Lidia's impact raised concerns for Puerto Vallarta, a popular tourist destination, which has previously faced issues of violent crime and gang activity.