Officials say US travelers in certain regions of Mexico should continue to shelter in place on Monday, and airlines have canceled and rescheduled flights.

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico issued a security alert affecting Puerto Vallarta, Tijuana and more.

Explosions, roadblocks and gunfire have been reported throughout the state, after law enforcement actions on Sunday morning.

Travel in Mexico has been severely impacted following the death of drug cartel leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes during a military operation, causing widespread violence

U.S. citizens in the destination are urged to shelter in place as airlines cancel flights and ground transportation is suspended.

Smoke filled the sky above the swanky beach town of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, as shops and cars were set ablaze by cartel members after the government killed a major drug kingpin Sunday, leaving tourists and residents cowering in fear.

Jamie Boratynec, who lives in Surrey, is one of thousands of tourists caught up in the violent clashes as airlines cancel flights to and from the region

Airlines have temporarily suspended flights to Puerto Vallarta due to a security situation following the death of drug lord 'El Mencho.'