Summit Push Update

The team has decided to turn back 300 meters short of the summit.  It is now 7:45 am Nepal time and they have been climbing for 12 hours.  I have not spoken directly to Tonya, but am hearing news from one of her climbing partners that has been sending updates on the team's behalf from his satellite phone.  It appears the weather is moving in, high winds picking up and precipitation moving in.  Moving further up into the French Coulior - the steepest part of summit day - is becoming impossible, or at the very least foolish.  Everyone is now on their descent to high camp at 25,500ft.  Updates to follow as news comes in.