It should be mentioned that the WSR-88D algorithms performed well too. The NWS in State College also attempted to verify this storm did indeed produce a tornado. This was facilitated by the Lycoming and Sullivan County Emergency management personnel and concerned citizens in the affected area. These data will be used to improve how the NWS in State College uses the WSR-88D to warn. It appears this and similar cases may help improve anticipating supercell and tornado development along the uniquely shaped Allegheny front.
Improved warnings come from improved knowledge, which requires accurate verification.