KALAMAZOO, MI -- Western Michigan University will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 22, due to ongoing sub-zero winter temperatures. WMU was also closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21 due to cold temperatures.

Class will not be in session at Western Michigan University on Tuesday. Weather Alert Day: Arctic blast and lake effect snow to impact West Michigan Due to severe weather, WMU's campus, except for essential services,

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Here's a growing list of schools closing ahead of frigid temperatures and blowing snow across West Michigan Tuesday.

For a second day in a row, classes have been canceled at Western Michigan University. Due to severe weather, all WMU campuses will be closed on Wednesday, according to university officials in a notice to students and staff.

WMU announces Tuesday shutdown as Michigan faces winter weather advisories, lake effect snow and subzero wind chills.

Some West Michigan districts have canceled classes for Wednesday even as Arctic blast is expected to begin easing its grip on the region.