Digging out from massive snowbanks on Northern Peninsula, Labrador

Snowplows look like dinkies in comparison to some of the mountainous snowbanks on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula and in parts of Labrador, after a multi-day snowfall this week.

Some homes were completely encased in snow, and residents had to wait days before venturing outside.

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Take a look at the photos below to see how much snow fell.