There was a secret meeting in the bunker under the Jefferson Memorial last week between NWS and FEMA where it was decided to make the change. They would've gotten away with it too if it wasn't for the meddlin' weather weenies. /s
Between the late spring freezes and incessant summer rains, Maryland has come close to qualifying for a Federal disaster for crop loss several times since 2016.
Weird how there was a pity 5% meso then we get an event that would've at least easily verified a watch box. Strengthening lows that go sub-1000mb as they cross out area always seem to produce some interesting results.
The little blob in North Potomac getting that kidney bean shape as well. Bit is a signature trying to pop on the SRM 0.5° angle too. Looks pretty good on the TBWI/TIAD as well.
If this were a snowstorm this would crash the board. Expecting over 18" of snow to realize the day before you'll be lucky to verify a warning level event.