Gas leak prompts road closures near 133rd Street in Ocean City. Sinepuxent Avenue, 133rd Street, and Sundowner Park entrance affected. Chesapeake Utilities responding.

The Town of Ocean City Emergency Management said it will continue monitoring weather conditions throughout the holiday weekend.

Ocean City leaders say beach enforcement crews had around 2,000 encounters with beachgoers in the first three weeks of June. https://www.coasttv.com/news/ocean-city-reports-thousands-of-beach-enforcement-encounters-in-june/article_458405cd-5ad8-4222-b1d6-094bee9ef3cd.html

Maryland has finished an intersection improvement project at the intersection of Route 50 and Old Railroad Road in Wicomico County. https://www.coasttv.com/news/maryland-completes-intersection-improvement-project-on-route-50/article_c58fcbe4-8074-4eca-ae62-fa73acb8258f.html

An extreme heat warning remains in effect across Delaware, but that didn't stop many people from spending the day on the water.

The U.S. Coast Guard is set to increase patrols and work with various law enforcement agencies July 3-5 as a part of Operation Dry Water. https://www.coasttv.com/news/coast-guard-prepares-for-july-4th-weekend-with-increase-in-patrols/article_ce1c4e97-2013-446d-baee-a10589ca434a.html

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The extreme heat is here and will stick around into the holiday weekend with new record highs likely. Some storm chances too later Friday and Saturday evenings.

Delmarva faces near-record heat today through Saturday,with heat index values up to 114 and increasing thunderstorm chances for the holiday weekend.https://www.coasttv.com/weather/dangerous-heat-grips-delmarva-increasing-storm-threat-over-the-weekend/article_e3835f8c-6607-4632-8860-af787b90dd51.html

July 4th celebrations are coming up across Delaware and Maryland and our guide rounds up events taking place, including traffic and parking information, to help you celebrate Independence Day.

Legislators overrode Gov. Matt Meyer's veto of SB 75, which prevents counties from creating restrictive regulations on legal marijuana shops. https://www.coasttv.com/news/delaware-legislators-override-governors-veto-of-marijuana-regulation-bill/article_d2d5d642-177b-41b5-b282-c6e8b0d79abb.html

The City of Lewes is shortening the annual Doo-Dah Parade route and duration this Independence Day because of a forecast calling for dangerously high temperatures and humidity.

DelDOT announced that Minos Conaway Road between Route 1 and Route 9 will be closed from... https://www.coasttv.com/news/minos-conaway-road-to-close-for-roundabout-construction-in-lewes/article_5ae74eda-4649-465b-a7a7-2cd015a1f80c.html

As another heat wave and high UV moves across the region, cooling centers are opening to provide much needed relief. https://www.coasttv.com/news/cooling-centers-offer-relief-from-scorching-temperatures/article_7af3cc24-35bd-4250-ab15-937ae9020c2c.html

A Harbeson man's 25-acre backyard, known as "Tommy Town," preserves historic buildings, vintage signs, classic cars and local memorabilia in a one-of-a-kind collection that continues to grow.

DelDOT is urging drivers and other travelers to plan ahead, drive safely and expect heavy traffic across Delaware during the weekend. https://www.coasttv.com/news/deldot-urges-safe-travel-as-fourth-of-july-traffic-increases/article_f7c0bbca-e95b-4fc6-9918-2185abdf50c6.html 

Delaware lawmakers ended their session without passing election-related bills, including one on moving primaries, allowing unaffiliated voters to vote in party primaries, and changing how vacant seats are filled.

Dangerous heat arrives Thursday, with heat index values climbing into the 105- to 110-degree range. https://www.coasttv.com/news/dangerous-heat-builds-into-sussex-county/article_495feb93-c554-4040-a49b-c02bf3dc0ec8.html

Today's Beyond The Forecast is about defining what a "Heat Dome" is and how do they effect us here in the midst of a 'drought' weather pattern. This is in tandem and in light of the Extreme Heat Warning that will stay in effect for Thursday - Saturday.

With temperatures climbing across Delmarva, animal welfare experts are urging pet owners to take extra precautions... https://www.coasttv.com/news/pet-owners-urged-to-take-precautions-as-heat-rises-across-delmarva/article_9bc6a86c-2845-470e-9fed-6a2c0efc0857.html 

Worcester County is urging people planning to visit Assateague Island National Seashore over the holiday...https://www.coasttv.com/news/county-warns-of-unguarded-beaches-at-assateague-for-fourth-of-july-holiday/article_e7c233cd-b09b-44c5-9c20-530bf03f3304.html

With dangerous heat expected, Delaware authorities are issuing a warning and an extra reminder to take care of humans most at-risk and all animals.

As the heatwave ramps up across Delmarva, it's not only the heat and humidity to be concerned with. Other factors come into play, including UV Index and Air Quality issues.

An extreme heat wave expected to bring temperatures around 100 degrees is prompting some Fourth of July event schedule changes. https://www.coasttv.com/news/incoming-heat-wave-prompts-changes-to-some-fourth-of-july-events-in-coastal-delaware/article_5620d08a-e8ca-404f-adc7-d61bb993aad9.html

Three people and their eight pet dogs are displaced after an accidental grease fire while cooking in Cambridge. https://www.coasttv.com/news/three-people-and-eight-dogs-displaced-after-house-fire-in-cambridge/article_37d56e21-4b95-41b2-b076-864bd356a32b.html 

A steamy stretch begins today before record-challenging, potentially dangerous heat settles over Delmarva through the holiday weekend. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/dangerous-heat-builds-across-delmarva/article_71803efd-4f60-4d17-99c7-4535c892fd0d.html

High heat is arriving on the coast soon and could pose health risks. In today's CoastTV poll, we want to know, will the heat change your Fourth of July plans?

Sussex Tech alumnus Brian Rowe completed new schools athletic fields for students state playoffs. https://www.coasttv.com/news/sussex-tech-alumnus-completes-new-schools-athletic-fields/article_d47616cd-767e-49ef-a0b6-2d4a0edda881.html 

The Nature Conservancy in Delaware celebrates the passage of the Wetland Stewardship Act, providing state protection for Delaware wetlands. https://www.coasttv.com/news/the-nature-conservancy-celebrates-the-passage-of-the-wetlands-stewardship-act/article_77d9f665-b731-4da7-9dba-c0a524f7da38.html 

July 4th celebrations are coming up across Delaware and Maryland and our guide rounds up events taking place... https://www.coasttv.com/news/july-4th-across-delmarva-fireworks-parades-and-more/article_f535745a-c2b2-4670-81c5-0afbd3da68f3.html 

The man accused of killing one person and critically hurting another in a June 16 shooting at the Wilmington Hospital has been returned... https://www.coasttv.com/news/accused-murderer-extradited-to-delaware-in-wilmington-hospital-shooting-case/article_4c9d1aac-68e4-42d5-9431-794a7c63bc9a.html

Following the conclusion of the 153rd General Assembly, several healthcare bills have been passed. https://www.coasttv.com/news/general-assembly-passes-major-healthcare-legislation/article_9b3bd24d-82ea-4e69-8839-5ce513288b23.html 

The Delaware General Assembly approved a $1.26 billion Fiscal Year 2027 capital budget. https://www.coasttv.com/news/delaware-general-assembly-approves-1-26-billion-capital-budget/article_429e38e5-4b3e-4518-9842-d1b2a34dbcd4.html 

As another heat wave and high UV moves across the region, cooling centers are opening to provide much needed relief.

Early Wednesday, the Senate approved the $99.4 million Fiscal Year 2027 Grants-in-Aid bill, which provides funding to countless... https://www.coasttv.com/news/delaware-senate-passes-grants-in-aid-bill-early-wednesday/article_c06e3e8b-9875-598d-ae98-1f287087e608.html

Temperatures possibly hotter than 90 degrees are expected as the Independence Day holiday weekend approaches. The conditions are prompting people across the area to take precautions while spending time outdoors.

Delaware lawmakers passed a slate of bills covering voting rights, firearm dealer rules, fire company background checks, Rehoboth Beach charter changes and a new Office of New Americans. They now await Gov. Matt Meyer’s approval.

Delaware State Police is investigating a shooting of an armed man who was involved in a domestic incident.

Delaware State Police are investigating the shooting of a suicidal, armed man by two troopers in Magnolia. The man, Kristopher Glanden, pointed a handgun at the troopers and refused commands.

Gov. Matt Meyer signed the state's 2027 fiscal year operating budget into law June 30, approving a plan that focuses on affordable housing, lowering costs and investing in public education.

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Cambridge reported a sewage overflow that released under 500 gallons of wastewater on Monday after a temporary shutdown at the Trenton Street Pumping Station. https://www.coasttv.com/news/cambridge-reports-sewage-overflow-after-pump-station-backup/article_6c2d6cdb-b88f-4591-964e-e6385f573d6e.html

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Beautiful seasonable warmth on Delmarva today, extreme heat builds into the region through late week. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/pleasant-warm-day-extreme-heat-builds-on-delmarva/article_27ab5a3b-dd52-42c8-a3db-2e7b64362f47.html

Dangerous heat is expected to move into Delmarva this week ahead of the holiday weekend. Which heat risk worries you most?

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that children born in the United States are citizens at birth, prompting praise from... https://www.coasttv.com/news/delaware-and-maryland-leaders-praise-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship-ruling/article_f23135ec-fbd4-467f-98ca-89f32d4ce433.html

A woman from Centreville has been arrested for a DUI after a police chase ended in a crash on the Bay Bridge. https://www.coasttv.com/news/centreville-woman-arrested-for-dui-after-bay-bridge-crash/article_595a4992-a223-4824-b9d0-24ea9238b4a8.html

The National Aquarium has named Jennifer Driban as its new president and CEO, with her appointment taking effect July 1. https://www.coasttv.com/news/national-aquarium-appoints-first-female-president-and-ceo/article_14afe679-3087-4555-8e8a-722f72c54c2f.html

A small group of military and tall ships from Baltimore's Sail250 celebration, including Canada's HMCS William Hall. https://www.coasttv.com/news/tall-ships-bound-for-new-york-to-pass-lewes-and-cape-may-via-delaware-bay/article_a7a8f176-3d7c-405e-86b6-0232582a8042.html 

As another heat wave and high UV moves across the First State, Delaware is opening cooling centers. https://www.coasttv.com/news/statewide-cooling-centers-offer-relief-from-scorching-temperatures-in-delaware/article_7af3cc24-35bd-4250-ab15-937ae9020c2c.html