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

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.

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

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,