May 23, 2006 - British Army halts summit attempt, More North this week and South Right Now!!
According to their website, the Army has stopped all attempts to the summit from the West ridge due to dangerous snow conditions "... I have taken the difficult decision not to go for a second attempt. Knowing what I know, I am not prepared to risk any of the lives in my team. As climbers, we accept that there is always an element of risk but our Army training, judgment and decision making mitigate that risk."
Both Sight on Everest, Harrry Kikstra/Thomas Weber and team plus Project Himalaya/DCXP are at C2 on the North. They are looking at a bid in a couple of days.
IMG reports that 3 climbers and 3 Sherpas are on their way on the south right now. This includes Paul Adler.
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