The ominous storm has persisted for the fourth day now, effectively halting all progress at D1. All project team members have remained in the base camp with the exception of January 31, when the safety balok was towed to D1. Visibility during their return was limited to within 20 meters. Storm intensity has increased by February 01 to display wind speeds of a minimum 100 km/hr and visibility being reduced to under 10 meters, despite the rather moderate temperature of -22C. Personnel have been taking advantage of this lull in field activity to complete logistical and camp-maintenance duties in addition to resting. The included map and profile shows the ice status to date.