BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - The Ohio Severe Weather Awareness Week is scheduled for March 3rd through March 9.

Citizens are encouraged to prepare for the tornados and strong storms that typically occur during spring and summer.  “The March 2, 2012 tornado is a reminder that severe weather can happen anytime, anywhere,” said Clermont Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Pam Broughton.  “Individuals, families, schools, and businesses should have a disaster plan and take the time to practice it.  It is important that people know where to go when severe weather threatens our area.”

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -

A wind chill advisory has been issued for parts of the Tri-State as bitter cold weather approaches.

WILLIAMSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - A new product is being tested on Clermont County roads to make traveling easier during the winter months.

The product called Winterpave is designed to keep snow and ice off the roadway. Winterpave is being tested on Afton Elklick Road in Williamsburg Township near East Fork State Park, and was put down on the roadway on Friday.

“The product is used in place of some of the sand that is normally mixed with asphalt.  We are testing Winterpave this coming winter season to determine how effective it will be,” said Project Manager Alex Cunningham with the Engineer’s Office.  “Afton Elklick Road will not be treated under average winter conditions, however if there is a major snow event, we will still need to plow.”