The Marigalante, Puerto Vallarta's Pirate Ship, Sinks in Bay of Banderas
The Marigalante, a pirate ship that sailed across Banderas Bay for decades, has sunk due to flooding and mechanical failure, affecting Puerto Vallarta's tourism community.
The incident occurred on Friday, Oct. 10, when the wooden galleon-style vessel began taking on water.
No tourists were aboard, and all crew members were safely evacuated.
- The Mexican Navy and emergency teams intervened, but the vessel succumbed to flooding.
- Initial reports indicate a critical failure in the bilge pumps, which remove water from the ship's hull.
Locals and residents are saddened by the loss, considering the Marigalante a symbol of their coastal home.
Author's summary: Pirate ship sinks in Bay of Banderas.
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