Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in San Diego. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, June 18th. You'll be interested
to know, 42 years ago today, in 1983, astronaut
Sally Ride became the first American woman to
journey into space. Aboard the Space Shuttle
Challenger. She and her four crewmates embarked
on a six -day mission that captivated the world.
Sally Ride's historic flight not only shattered
gender barriers, but also inspired countless
individuals to pursue careers in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics. Her remarkable
achievement continues to symbolize the boundless
possibilities of human ambition and the enduring
spirit of exploration. So now you know. And now,
it's time for the surf report. Wednesday at Tourmaline
and South San Diego. It's looking fair this morning
with waist -to -chest -high sets rolling in.
Weights hold around 3 to 4 feet throughout the
morning, offering decent conditions. However,
expect the winds to remain sideshore at 5 to
8 mph, creating some bumps as the day progresses.
Keep an eye out for occasional chest -high sets
early on. Best time to ride is at 6 a .m. with
a 2 -foot outgoing mid -tide when the west swell
is 4 feet at 8 seconds and the sideshore wind
is 6 mph. The first low tide Wednesday will be
a half -foot at 9 .15 a .m. with a 4 .5 -foot
high tide at 4 .15. The nearshore gooey at Mission
Day West. reads 69 degrees for the water temperature.
Thursday through Saturday features inconsistent
surf, starting with fair conditions and 2 to
3 feet waves on Thursday morning, shifting to
choppy by afternoon. Friday sees similar choppy
conditions with 3 to 4 feet waves and increasing
winds, making it less appealing. Saturday escalates
to 4 to 6 feet choppy surf with strong south
winds. creating a challenging environment for
surfers throughout the day. This morning it's
mostly cloudy and it feels like 63 degrees with
8 mile per hour wind. The sunset will take place
at 8 .02 and it will rise again tomorrow at 5
.40. It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny
Wednesday with highs around 75 and a light south
breeze. Tonight. We can expect patchy fog after
11 with mostly cloudy skies and a low of 61.
Looking ahead in the weather. Expect mostly sunny
skies on Juneteenth with a high near 73 and light
southwest winds. Patchy fog may linger in the
morning and return at night with lows around
61. Friday starts with patchy fog then turns
partly sunny. reaching a high near 71. Nights
will be mostly cloudy, with lows around 60. Saturday
brings partly sunny weather, high near 69, followed
by mostly cloudy skies at night, with a low around
60. Sunday will be mostly sunny, high near 71,
and mostly cloudy at night, with a low around
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Sunny mornings send you. In local news, recent
investigations reveal that health care exchanges
in Nevada, Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
have shared sensitive health data with major
companies like Google and LinkedIn. These state
-run websites, designed to simplify insurance
shopping, transmitted information, including
prescription drug names, and dosages through
trackers. After scrutiny from the markup and
CalMatters, Nevada and Massachusetts ceased data
sharing with LinkedIn, while experts cautioned
against the use of advertising trackers in healthcare,
emphasizing the need for stringent data privacy
measures. The issue raises serious concerns about
health information security and compliance with
privacy laws. Now on to sports. The Florida Panthers
have made a significant mark in the National
Hockey League by winning back -to -back Stanley
Cups, solidifying their status as a dynasty in
the salary cap era. Their recent 5 -1 win over
the Edmond & Oilers in Game 6 highlights their
impressive journey as they joined the ranks of
only a few teams to achieve consecutive championships
since 2005. With a culture of excellence and
remarkable leadership, the Panthers have transformed
their organization, reflecting their determination
and hunger for continued success. In local sports.
Last night in Los Angeles, the Padres fell to
the Dodgers 8 -6. Despite nine hits, including
a two -run single by a race, San Diego couldn't
keep pace. Smith's tie -breaking two -run homer
in the sixth was pivotal. Sauer secured the win
for L .A., while Estrada took the loss for the
Friars. Tatis Jr. added a run, but it wasn't
enough to seal a victory in this heated clash
at Dodger Stadium. Tonight, the Friars face off
against the Dodgers in Los Angeles for Game 3
of this four -game series. earned run average
takes the mound against Emmett Sheehan with a
5 .32. First pitch is at 7 .10 under clear skies
with a warm 81 degrees expected. In top news,
a new study reveals that cannabis use may double
the risk of cardiovascular death, raising significant
concerns about its effects on heart health. Researchers
analyzed data from 24 previous studies, finding
that cannabis users face a 20 % higher risk of
stroke and twice the risk of dying from cardiovascular
disease compared to non -users. Despite its popularity
as a wellness product, experts warn that cannabis
is not a safe alternative to tobacco. As marijuana
use has surged in the United States, the implications
for cardiovascular health are becoming increasingly
critical, particularly given that cardiovascular
disease is the leading cause of death in the
country. In business news, the Trump Organization
is set to launch a mobile phone service named
Trump Mobile alongside a U .S.-built smartphone
called the T1 Phone, which will be available
in August for $499. This new venture aims to
compete with major players like Apple and Samsung.
The service will partner with all three major
wireless carriers utilizing mobile virtual network
operator agreements. Eric and Donald Trump Jr.
will oversee the project. The new Android phone
is described as a sleek gold smartphone. The
services core 47 plan will cost $47 a month.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is down 2 % to about
$105 ,000. Ethereum is down 2 % to just over
$2 ,500. And XRP is down half a percent to $2
.17. Moving on to a more local vibe. In our community
spotlight on health and wellness, we are working
with a national Pilates studio, to bring you
some free classes, so listen up. Check out Club
Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego
area. Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness
approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension,
and elevating mental well -being. Scientific
research affirms its benefits. So now you can
check out Club Pilates for a free class, with
locations in Encinitas, Solana Beach, Oceanside,
La Jolla, and more. Just be sure to tell them
sunny morning sent you by. And now, back to the
show. Let's talk science. Private space stations
are emerging as the next -it destination, with
several companies racing to create facilities
for astronauts, researchers, and even tourists.
Spurred by the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration, these projects aim to replace
the aging International Space Station. Future
visitors could include government astronauts
and private scientists, while tourists seek unique
experiences above Earth. Companies like Axiom
Space plan to develop modern, comfortable environments,
while Voyager Technologies and VAST aim for utilitarian
designs. Sierra Space is innovating with expandable
habitats. Blue Origin's Orbital Reef and SpaceX's
Starship are also in the mix, promising exciting
advancements in space travel. Entertainment news.
Marvel has unveiled a thrilling first look at
the iconic villain Galactus from the upcoming
film The Fantastic Four First Steps. As the Marvel
Cinematic Universe progresses toward the climax
of its multiverse saga, excitement is reaching
a fever pitch. The film, set to release on July
25, 2025, features a star -studded cast and promises
to showcase the formidable threat posed by Galactus,
expertly portrayed by Ralph Anson. Following
a previous blurry image, this new promo art reveals
his truly intimidating appearance, assuring fans
that this devourer of worlds is faithfully represented,
unlike his earlier live -action adaptation. Well,
alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the
day. And today, our quote comes from the American
inventor and visionary Orville Wright. And he
said, If we all worked on the assumption that
what is accepted as true is really true, there
would be little hope of advance. And that's a
wrap for this morning. You can check out our
Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating
aerial videos with local news and the surf reports.
Have an amazing day, my good friends. We'll see
you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings
in San Diego.