tunnel. it will be slow here. and the main concern. the drive times are picking up as you make the push. all the way to 95. and we do have a crash. and this is in crofton. we're updating that. over to you. >> we'll continue our coverage. we have been showing you damage from florida where andrea made landfall. take a look. this is what it looked like. a storm brought the high winds. and people on the coast they to take cover. a family took shelter. this is one vacation they will

never forget. >> this is craze. >> and we could sigh the toward going that way. we saw this. but was close to us. >> and the path is similar to debby. that dumped two feet of rain in the area causing major flooding in that area. >> first a phone call now your casts. and it is tracking you on line. and it refeels that the security agency can tap directly into the servers of nine companies aible to see everything from google e-mails to facebook photos. the programs started back in 2007 during the bush administration and renewed by congress. it does not target anyone in the u.s. only focusing on suspected foreign terrorists overseas. >> we have to be able to get

the data that can prevent plots from hatching and americans being killed. and the nsa has been collecting phone call records from every american. a program that the officials call a critical tool. the administration said this is legal and approved by a court. they say that there are extensive safeguards nut place. >> three people died when a helicopter crashed. it was on its way back to the base when the accident happened. the pilot and a nurse all died. >> they were on board and coming back from transporting a patient to the hospital. and it was only a matter of time two men on the cover of the new york post following the marathon bombing under the headline bag men. they're now suing the paper. the picture is run on april

18th. and it shows the men standing next to each other one carrying a backpack. the other had a gym bag. next to them was the picture. they were watching the race and had nothing to do with the bombing. they are suing this morning. and massachusetts governor made a very candid admission about his reaction after the manhunt for the bombers. he got quite drunk. he went out to dinner and the owner honored his request to be as far as away from people as possibility. a waitress kept the food and drinks flowing. and he says that he was drunk by himself. the governor said he was not only relieved it was over but colift the lockdown. stay with us. you are waking up to a lot of rain. more is expected. we'll show you what the tropical storm left behind in florida as we get ready for a

soggy friday out there. and the weekend plans. we'll be right back.

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>> these like a normal sandwich you say that's a doughnut. we have a ham and cheese. roasted turkey. blt. and your power house on a glazed doughnut. i'm calling this one here. >> do you eat this. >> we we'll put anything on it. >> what is the weirdest request. there is not anything weird. >> do you it all. >> we do it all. national doughnut day. >> every day is doughnut day. we gave away a fry doughnut. no purchase necessary. we'll hand you a doughnut. >> great. >> keep that in mind. if you are not familiar with bakery express do you the doughnuts for a lot of places. >> we do them for 7-11. >> if you have been in this is good it comes from bakery express. did do you anything like a new twist this year for any of the

sandwiches. is this normal? take the good and the bad. whatever they ask for. i have to grab one here. i hate to reach. you did a peanut butter and jelly. megan. will you gate shot. we'll bust this open. >> 4711 hollands weirry road. >> and you like that doughnut. >> happy doughnut day. this will be on facebook and at www.abc2news.com. >> do you have a favorite. >> blueberry. >> veggie for me. back with more in a moment.

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the weather is the big story today. the weather is serious this morning. up to 6 inches of rain depending where you live. what are people looking at today. i believe that it will be 2 to 3 inches. if you are trapped under one of these rain bands like last night that put down an inch of rain in spots. then we can get to the five to 6-inch rain. i'll put that out to be prepared for that. we're seeing ponding. some areas are reporting flooding. we'll start to pick up the rain as we continue through the morning hours. this is what we're waiting for. it will be moving towards us as

we go into the late morning hours and the afternoon. ramping up for us. we're going to deal with some followingy -- foggy conditions but with all the rain we have a flash flood watch through the evening. and with it, it is for all the areas in the green color. a coastal advisory. and the visibilitys. and a mile in. and back over to megan. >> and the rain and it leads to flooding. that's a situation that could be possible. we'll we will not see the rain and damage they had in florida. and linda so joins us. she has more. what are we looking at outside? >> it was coming down heavier a couple of hours ago. and that's what you are seeing here in the area.

we put a call out. no one is reporting any flooding as of yet. let's look at the video of what andrea did t made landfall in florida it toppled trees and churned the waters with the wind. and it spawned two tornados there. here in maryland it is the first of the season could dump rain on us. and it could be causing flooding and in low lying areas. keep that in mind today as you hit the road could you come on standing water. pooling but it is a light misting. another thing to remember. bge is preparing for power outages. if you lose the power in your home keep this number handy.

877-778-2222. to stay on top of this. and we have a lot of ways to keep you updated. and our web site and there is a storm shield app. and let's mind out. and it is ugly out there. >> a rough commute. we now have reports at northern highway and a tree at hill end road. and there is standing water picking up along the southbound lanes of the jfx. we have a crash and if you are

traveling up and. and if you are heading out slowing down. you will notice it crawling. a drive team to get from 795. and you from traveling now in southwest baltimore. >> and another and route 32. and reverend harold carter senior touched people. he had a passion for saving people. and it will celebrate his life. he passed away from cancer. and we're live as many prepare to say goodbye. >> we are here at the church where a number of people are arriving here to be in place to pay their respects to dr.

carter. he spent 48 years of his ministry here. he influenceed a number of generations. he had a lot to do with the civil rights movement. he mentored a lot of preachers. and we'll start here the best friend. and and what is going on. >> and going through my mind is the in fact that in a sense. >> and as long as and alive and see it is mental. the truth is that he will be absent. every time you look at one of

these you call him blessed. >> you are a decon here. around the state and general rasty. and the hard. he treated everyone fairly. and a great witness he left here on the earth. , any last thoughts. and he will be missed. he was a man with so many missions. and enthusiasm and to higher heights. we are looking for other things to do. we were excited about the ministries that he meeting the needs of people and instilling the word of god and people were created and given life for a

purpose. >> and thank you for being out here with me. the celebration is here and. and inside to make sure they have a seat. >> and senator frank lautelberg will be buried -- buried at arlington national cemetery today. he died due to complications from pneumonia. you need your extra hold spray, cat eye glasses. it is that time of year and it may be rain. and tomorrow can you take part in the contests and best and

live music. plenty of food and fun. the festival is celebrating 20 years. and it is a busy weekend. the summer special owe lick picks kick off. 1200 people will compete. they will go head to head in events. and ten knits. this is from last year. the competition runs until sunday. the rain is getting heavy here. we're not seeing a lot of the flooding yet. it is not happening yet. people are trying to make the best of a bad situation.

>> you do have to be careful when you deal with it. >> as you step out the door you will step out to rain. a heavy band. do not get on that. this is associated with andrea. this is what we're going to deal with. don't think it is going to do it. you have to pad yourself up and break out the rain coat and boots. and we take you out. we have the wet roads and the cameras and they have been putting down a lot of rain. and around the area.

and pachy fog and reduced visibility. the set up is for that moisture belt. and we continue through the day. with enit is said and done. we dropped an inch. we will add when it is all said and done. could you get on a rain band. we could see up to 5 to 6 inches of rain. be prepared for that. because of that we have a potential for flooding. we had that watch in effect through the evening. we go through the day, the heaviest rain could be coming this evening. the commute this morning is rough and this evening is going to be rough as you head out and about. we head to the weekend. things are much improved. let's check the traffic now. >> and no improvements as far as the traffic. we are dealing with a crash at 95 along the southbound lanes. right at the beltway. 6 # 5 will be in rough shape.

35 miles an hour at liberty. and 70. and the drive time is 18 minutes from 75 down to 95. over in parkville. and we're looking at a drive time not too bad to get 95 up to 83. it is starting to pick up in the area. look out for flooding. and a fallen degree. and there is an accident on cold spring. look out for them. here is the question nobody has asked you before. i would be curious. you have snuggled with a sea lion. look at this. this is video of a sea lion. this is on the coast of california. we have had a lot of rain. it will make you smile. and remember can you follow us with the weather and traffic. we'll be back in a minute.

good morning, america. and happening right now, tropical storm andrea races up the east coast leaving a trail of destruction. this suspected twister caught on tape in florida. tornado watches and flood warnings now for millions. our extreme team is in the storm zone. and breaking overnight, the newly revealed secret intelligence operation that could impact every american. the highly classified documents revealing the government can read our e-mails, look at our photos and see what we're searching. also happening now, prince philip going into surgery expected to spend up to two weeks in the hospital and queen elizabeth speaking out this morning about his ailing health. ♪ how you like me now >> and wise up, young fellow. the wildly popular 2-year-old

who hits nothing but net takes on none other than shaquille o'neal one-on-one, a true clash of titans on late night tv. the matchup that's going viral right now. you won't believe what happened. tgif. good morning, everyone. we've made it to friday. george taking a little time off, great to have josh by my side. paula faris in, as well and george picked a perfect day. the weather outside in times square. >> you know what, have you heard what's happening in times square right now? look at the -- i mean we had them lined up all night long in pouring rain. we've got some of them inside. hundreds if not thousands more idling outside. two of the hostest groups, little