May 19, 2021
Looking down at Camp 3 from high on the Lhotse Face (Phunuru Sherpa)
Our Team at Camp 2 is doing a great job practicing patience. IMG Senior Guide Phunuru Sherpa reported that four of our Sherpa made a light carry to the South Col today, and confirmed very high winds above the Yellow Band.  They had to really struggle across the Geneva Spur and onto the Col, as they climbed above any wind protection afforded by Nuptse.  These high winds are forecast to continue for another 24 hours, and then will hopefully begin to drop. The Team is on board with our plan and looking forward to getting higher on the mountain soon!
All is well on Mount Everest!
Greg Vernovage