Fourth of July Chaos in Maryland | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

Maryland’s Fourth of July weekend packed beaches, lit up with fireworks, and clogged roads — but at a cost: emergency services were stretched thin with heat-related illnesses, fireworks injuries, and a spike in crashes. Hospitals treated burn victims from backyard displays, fire crews battled holiday-linked blazes, and state police are now tallying arrests and calls to improve future response. As summer travel continues, officials urge everyone to plan ahead, designate a driver, and stay safe on the road. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…