Forty-three dogs, three cats, five chickens and one turtle were rescued from unsanitary conditions at a Sharptown property and are receiving emergency care as the investigation continues.
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Delmarva saw a week of major headlines, including criminal charges against a Lewes fire police officer, plans to repair the Indian River Inlet north jetty, record-breaking heat and lingering wildfire smoke that prompted health advisories.
Temperatures will climb into the 90s Tuesday as Sussex County begins a stretch of hotter-than-normal weather.
Dangerous heat will continue Saturday afternoon before strong to severe thunderstorms threaten Sussex County and areas south toward Ocean City late in the day and evening.
CoastTV takes a look back at the week that was in the lead-up to Independence Day.
Near-record heat and dangerous humidity will dominate Delmarva today and through the Fourth of July weekend, with storm chances gradually increasing.
Emergency crews are also increasing readiness for the busy holiday weekend by deploying specialized cooling chairs and misting fans designed to rapidly cool people suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
The hottest conditions are forecast for Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service & CoastTV meteorologists.
A steamy stretch begins today before record-challenging, potentially dangerous heat settles over Delmarva through the holiday weekend.
Locals and visitors in Rehoboth Beach are taking the heat in stride, by following simple tips to staying safe in the excessive heat.