National Guard Removes Snow In Vernon - Connecticut News Story - WFSB Hartford

National Guard Removes Snow In Vernon - Connecticut News Story - WFSB Hartford: "VERNON, Conn. -- The Vernon Fire Department was hard at work Thursday morning removing snow from the roofs of the eight schools in the district. The snow buildup on the roofs of the schools had caused concern among town officials, prompting them to close for snow removal. The town made a formal request to the commissioner of Homeland Security, who approved the National Guard to come help remove the snow. Town Emergency Management Director Michael Purcaro told Eyewitness News that the town is making a very serious effort to remove the snow and prevent any possible structural issues at the schools." Click to watch video