Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in San Diego. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, July 8th. You'll be interested
to know. 78 years ago today, in 1947, reports
emerged of a flying saucer crash near Roswell,
New Mexico. This event sparked widespread interest
and became a cornerstone of modern UFO lore.
The Roswell incident has since inspired countless
discussions, investigations, and cultural works,
fueling humanity's fascination with the possibility
of extraterrestrial life and the mysteries of
the universe. So now you know. And now, it's
time for the Surf Report. Tuesday at Tourmaline
and South San Diego. It's looking fair this morning
with waist -high sets rolling in. Waves hold
around 3 -plus feet throughout the morning, providing
decent conditions. Expect the winds to remain
sideshore at 7 mph, adding a bit of texture to
the surface as the day progresses. Conditions
may become choppy later on as winds shift. Best
time to ride is at 6 a .m. with the 1 -foot incoming
mid -tide. when the south -southwest swell is
2 feet at 14 seconds and the sideshore wind is
7 mile per hour. The first high tide Tuesday
will be 3 .5 foot just before 10 a .m. with a
2 .5 foot low tide at 1 .45. The nearshore GUI
at Mission Bay West reads 69 degrees for the
water temperature. Wednesday through Friday presents
a mix of surf conditions. Wednesday starts with
fair waves at 2 +, shifting to choppy by midday
as winds increase to 12 mph. Thursday improves
with clean 2 +, twice in the morning, transitioning
to fair conditions later. Friday sees fair surf
at 2 -3, but afternoon winds create choppy conditions,
especially after 10am. This morning, it's partly
sunny and it feels like 65 degrees with 8 mile
per hour wind. The sunset will take place at
Ego 3 and it will rise again tomorrow at 548.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny Tuesday
with temperatures reaching around 77 and a gentle
northwest breeze gusting up to 25. Tonight. Expect
partly cloudy skies with a low of 66 and light
winds. Looking ahead in the weather. Expect mostly
sunny skies on Wednesday and Thursday with highs
around 79. Nights will be partly cloudy to mostly
cloudy with lows in the mid -60s. Friday and
Saturday will be partly sunny with highs near
75 and 74. Bonjour, food enthusiasts. This podcast
is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries
in Encinitas. Nestled on El Camino Real South,
just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe
is a haven for culinary delights. Indulge in
their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten -free
crepes. You can grab a panini for lunch or just
breeze on through to get your morning coffee.
They are open every day from 8 to 5. So stop
on by and don't forget to tell them. Sunny Morning
sent you. In local news, a popular shortcut connecting
the heavily trafficked Hillcrest area to Mission
Valley has reopened after a year -long closure.
The reopening of Backman Place. after three years,
is expected to ease traffic congestion and provide
a safer route for cyclists and pedestrians. Initially
scheduled for two years of closure starting in
mid -2022, the road's construction scope was
expanded. The upgraded Bachman Place now features
a wider roadway, bike lanes in both directions,
and a five -foot pedestrian sidewalk. Commuters
appreciate the safety features and time saved
during their daily travels. Now on to sports.
The 2025 MLB All -Star Game roster announcement
sparked debate, particularly over eight notable
snubs. Among them is Juan Soto from the New York
Mets. who, despite a slow start, has surged with
impressive numbers. Seiya Suzuki from the Chicago
Cubs leads the majors with 77 runs batted in,
while teammate Michael Bush boasts an outstanding
slash line. Tria Turner of the Philadelphia Phillies
and George Springer from the Toronto Blue Jays
are also deserving. Junior Caminero of the Rays.
and Randy Orozarena from the Seattle Mariners
both showcased their talents, yet missed the
cut. Lastly, Christopher Sanchez, a standout
pitcher for the Phillies, was overlooked, raising
eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. In local
sports. Last night at Petco Park, the Padres
fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks 6 -3. Despite
a home run from Machado and Tati's junior scoring
early, San Diego couldn't outpace Arizona's bats.
Darvish took the loss with four earned runs over
six innings, while Gallin got the win for Arizona
and Jinkle secured the save. The Diamondbacks
offense, highlighted by Carroll and Gurriel Jr.,
proved too strong, leaving the Padres with 48
wins and 42 losses. Tonight, the Friars face
the Diamondbacks at Petco Park for Game 2 of
this four -game series. Nick Pivetta takes the
mound for SD, boasting a 3 .25 earned run average
against Merrill Kelly, who's at 3 .55. First
pitch is at 640 under clear skies and 76 degrees.
In top news. As millions of Americans enjoyed
Independence Day, researchers have delivered
some staggering news. Hot dogs may be dangerous.
A survey published in Nature Medicine reviewed
over 60 nutrition studies, revealing that there
is no safe amount of processed food, including
cured meats, sugary drinks, and trans fatty acids.
The findings linked these foods to chronic diseases,
such as type 2 diabetes and colon cancer. For
instance, eating just one hot dog daily increases
the risk of type 2 diabetes by 11%. While this
research is compelling, changing America's hot
dog habits may prove challenging. In business
news, Amazon is transforming Prime Day into Prime
Week. extending this year's promotion to four
days, hoping to attract more shoppers and new
Prime members. This event, starting Tuesday,
is projected to generate a record $12 .9 billion
in the United States, up 53 % from last year.
While interest in Prime Day has declined over
time, analysts suggest consumers are keen on
finding value amid rising tariff concerns. Sellers
expect significant sales despite uncertainty
about demand. Additionally, Amazon will leverage
this event to boost its advertising revenue and
attract new Prime members. In crypto movement,
Bitcoin is down 0 .5 % to just under $108 ,000.
Ethereum is down 2 % to just over $2 ,500. And
XRP is unchanged. at $2 .26. 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
tech. A long -lost Chinese typewriter, the Ming
Cui, discovered in a basement in upstate New
York, has sparked excitement among scholars in
the United States, Taiwan, and China. Patented
in 1946, this typewriter was crucial in the development
of modern Chinese computing. Invented by Lin
Yutang, a prominent linguist, the typewriter
ingeniously breaks down Chinese pictographs by
shape. allowing it to suggest characters on a
small screen. Stanford University recently acquired
the restored prototype. This discovery symbolizes
a bridge between cultures, reflecting Lin's vision
of preserving Chinese identity within a modern
framework. Jack Quaid has had a prolific year
in 2025. starring in multiple films, including
the action comedy Heads of State. In it, Quay
plays Marty Comer, a station agent protecting
a U .S. president and a U .K. prime minister
from assassination attempts. He describes the
experience as a dream come true, noting it ignited
his passion for action roles. As he wraps up
filming his iconic character, Huey Campbell in
The Boys, Quaid expresses mixed emotions about
saying goodbye. He is proud of the show's finale,
praising creator Eric Crick for his work with
the source material. Heads of State is now streaming
on Amazon Prime Video. Well, all righty, folks.
It's time for the quote of the day. And today,
our quote comes from the American inventor and
businessman Thomas Edison. And he said... To
invent, you need a good imagination and a pile
of junk. 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.