We have heard earlier that the National Geo team (led by Pete Athans) has caught up with and passed our group, giving them a break from plowing the trail. Also attempting the summit tonight is one Italian climber and two Hungarians. We do not have their locations at this time, but we await news of their progress.
We are starting to get the hints of dawn here at Base Camp. The light is slowly creeping over Everest from Tibet. I was woken by Ellie about half an hour ago and begrudgingly took my turn behind the radio and computer. However, I have to thank Ellie for letting me sleep for so long (and for letting me sleep while it was dark!). The weather continues to improve down here and I can only imagine the views the group in enjoying from high on Everest!
We will keep you posted on the group's progress as it happens here on MountainZone.com! Stay tuned.
Bryce Brown, Expedition Doctor and MountainZone.com Correspondents