Here's what you need to know as Thunder Bay's spring storm continues into its 2nd day
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Thunder Bay is in the second day of what Environment Canada says is a three-day storm system rolling through the area.
The region has been forecast to see roughly 25 to 45 centimetres of snow between Sunday and Wednesday evening, according to an Environment Canada.
Environment Canada said road closures are possible and recommended postponing non-essential travel until after the storm. The storm will be moving northeast toward Lake Superior and will continue north over northern Ontario.
Heavy snow combined with strong northerly winds are expected to reduce visibility at times.
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A number of winter storm and snowfall warnings remain in effect as of this morning across the northwest. Marathon, Ont., on the north shore is under a rainfall warning. Environment Canada says snow will transition to rain in that area, with rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 millimeters expected.
In response to a winter storm warning in effect for the area of Gillies Township, a Significant Weather Event has been declared.
The Township of Gillies is advising residents to use extra caution when travelling as the municipality may not be able to meet maintenance standards on roads due to the snowfall.
In a statement, the township said this declaration is not notice of a reduced level of service or a road closure. It is to notify the public that due to the current and forecasted conditions, caution is to be observed when travelling on roads maintained by the Township of Gillies.
Officials said it may take longer than usual to bring the roads back to optimal conditions.
All rural school bus routes have been cancelled for the day for all four local school boards. For more updates, check here.
The Lakehead Public District School Board has closed several rural schools as well, including:
In the city of Thunder Bay itself, all schools are open and transportation for students is expected to continue as usual throughout the day.