Article Photos: Snow-buried communities seek help from residents

Al Brewer uses a snow rake to clear snow off the roof of his home that dates back to 1840, as rain falls on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Vernon, Conn. (AP Photo /Journal Inquirer, Jim Michaud)

Al Brewer uses a snow rake to clear snow off the roof of his home that dates back to 1840, as rain falls on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Vernon, Conn. (AP Photo /Journal Inquirer, Jim Michaud)