What Happened
Thunder Bay experienced significant snowfall early Tuesday morning, with Environment Canada issuing a snowfall warning predicting accumulations of 15 to 25 centimeters. The storm, driven by an Alberta Clipper, resulted in light snow, low visibility, and strengthening southeast winds. As of 6:18 AM EST, the temperature was recorded at -8.2°C, with wind gusts reaching up to 44 km/h, creating a wind chill of -17°C.
Why It Matters
The heavy snowfall has led to widespread disruptions across the region. All rural transportation services were canceled for the day, and several schools, including Crestview PS and Five Mile PS, were closed. Poor road conditions prompted the closure of sections of Highways 11 and 17, impacting travel and safety for residents.
What’s Next
According to forecasts, the snowfall is expected to taper off by this afternoon, followed by cloudy skies and a 60% chance of flurries. Residents can anticipate additional snowfall amounts of about 15 cm, with gusts potentially reaching 60 km/h. As the week progresses, a cold pattern is expected to bring further temperature drops across Ontario.
