What Happened
Thunder Bay experienced significant snowfall on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as an Alberta Clipper system moved through Northwestern Ontario. Residents woke up to light snow, low visibility, and strengthening southeast winds. Environment Canada issued a Yellow Warning for snowfall, predicting accumulations of 15 to 25 centimeters, with blowing snow further reducing visibility, particularly on open stretches of Highway 11 and Highway 17.
Why It Matters
The snowstorm has led to widespread disruptions in Thunder Bay, including the cancellation of all rural transportation services and the closure of several schools, such as Crestview PS and Valley Central PS. The adverse weather conditions have also prompted the closure of sections of highways due to poor visibility and unsafe driving conditions. As of Monday, Thunder Bay had already received 46 centimeters of snow this month, significantly exceeding the average February snowfall of 26.9 centimeters.
What’s Next
According to Environment Canada, the snowfall is expected to taper off by the afternoon, with a 60% chance of flurries continuing later in the day. Residents are advised to remain cautious as the system moves eastward, potentially affecting other regions in Ontario. Forecasters are also predicting a cold pattern to follow later in the week, which may bring further temperature drops across the province.
