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.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Philadelphia District has awarded a $53 million contract to repair the north jetty at the Indian River Inlet.
Delaware State Police are investigating a 63-year-old man found unresponsive on June 2 at the South Indian River Inlet Beach at Delaware Seashore State Park.
The funding is part of the fiscal year 2026 appropriations process, during which McBride secured more than $19 million across 15 community project requests throughout Delaware.
The contractor told CoastTV the dozer was not stuck, but stopped moving after a computer error code.
The Indian River Inlet Sand Bypass System is now fully operable following an upgrade from diesel to electric power, according to DNREC.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told CoastTV that replenishment at the Indian River Inlet is now complete. Dredging and replenishment took place along the north side of the inlet.
DelDOT says bayside flooding is to blame for Monday night's closure.
Both directions of Route 1 near the Indian River Inlet have reopened after overnight flooding forced closures, but drivers are urged to use caution as some water remains on the roadway.
Coastal flooding, gusty winds, and lingering showers will mark the start of the week before sunshine and seasonable temperatures arrive by Tuesday afternoon.