Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.
I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Thursday, March 7th.
Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then
we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech,
and science.
At first, you'll be interested to know 148 years ago, today, in 1876, Alexander Graham
Bell received a patent for the telephone.
The invention of the telephone obviously transformed communication globally, but not many people
know.
The inspiration came from his hearing-impaired wife and mother pushing him to pioneer in
the field.
Despite controversies, Bell's establishment of the Bell Telephone Company, now AT&T, and
his 18 communications patents solidified his legacy.
And now that we've learned a little sum-sum, it's time for the surf report.
Thursday brings a modest increase in waves due to a fresh west-northwest swell, with
some spots experiencing thigh-to-waist-high waves, with a better northwest exposures reaching
chest-to-shoulder high.
Morning conditions are slow and mushy, with light and variable west-northwest onshore
wind, afternoon wind turn onshore everywhere.
Friday and beyond expect a mix of west-to-northwest swell with light, favorable wind, and rideable
waves, though nothing exceptional is anticipated.
The surf scene will continue to see activity, with a focus on higher-latitude storm tracks,
potentially bringing small-to-fun-size swells for well-exposed areas from Sunday onwards.
Thursday in Encinitas and North County, it's 2-3 feet, and looking rough in the afternoon,
with nothing but the choppy chop for miles.
You might be able to sneak in a couple wobbly pops before noon, with your best shot at 6,
with a peaking 6-foot high tide, and a west-southwest swell of 3.4 feet at 7 seconds.
The first high tide Thursday will be 6 feet at 6.30 a.m., with a minus-1 foot low tide
at 1.30.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 62 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area.
This morning it's mostly cloudy and 54 degrees, with little wind.
The sunset will take place at 5.51, and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.06.
It looks like we're in for some showers before 10 a.m., followed by cloudy conditions that
will gradually become mostly sunny, with a high near 59.
The west wind will be 5 to 15 mile per hour, and the chance of rain is 20 percent.
Tonight, expect it to be mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Looking ahead in the weather.
From Friday to Monday, expect sunny to mostly sunny skies, with consistent highs around
60 degrees.
Nights will be mostly clear to cloudy, with temperatures in the low to mid 50s.
Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
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In local news, San Diego's Dexcom has achieved a first in the U.S. by securing FDA clearance
for Stellio, a wearable, over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor.
This summer, the Stellio device will be available without needing a prescription, offering a
new level of accessibility for glucose monitoring.
Targeted at adults over 18 who aren't on insulin and do not have problematic hypoglycemia,
Stellio can be worn for up to 15 days.
The device works in tandem with a smartphone app, providing glucose-level updates every
15 minutes, aiding in diabetes and weight management.
FDA's clearance is seen as a significant step towards health equity, allowing more
people to monitor their glucose without medical oversight.
Now onto sports.
Steve Garvey, former Major League Baseball MVP, has advanced to face Democratic Rep Adam
Schiff in California's U.S. Senate general election.
Running as a Republican, Garvey was a late entry in the jungle primary, but received
strategic support from Schiff's campaign.
Garvey, known for his 19-season baseball career and World Series win, has not garnered endorsements
from his ex-teammates.
Despite the challenge, Garvey is inspired by Tommy Lasordes' You Gotta Believe mantra,
aiming for an upset in a Democratic stronghold.
Last night in the NBA, the Clippers on the road beat the Rockets 122-116, and the Lakers
at home lost to the Kings 130-120.
Also last night in national hockey, the Ducks at home beat the Senators 2-1.
Tonight it's the Kings' turn to take on the Senators from home.
And top news, a check signed by Steve Jobs in 1976 to pay an Apple phone bill is currently
up for auction, providing a unique piece of tech history.
This check, dated July 8, 1976, is from the early days of Apple, offering insight into
the company's modest beginnings.
According to Pacific Telephone, the check for $201.41 features Jobs' signature and
is preserved in very fine condition.
The auction piece resonates with collectors, given its connection to Jobs and the pre-iPhone
era of Apple.
Bidding is open until March 21, with a price already surpassing $15,000, a testament to
its value on my enthusiasts.
In business news, Bank of America set a new record in 2023, securing 644 U.S. patents,
focusing on advancements in information security, AI, and machine learning.
With an impressive tally of almost 7,000 patents or pending applications globally, over 800
are dedicated to AI, involving inventors across 42 U.S. states and 14 countries.
The bank's patented technologies, including its virtual assistant, Erica, aim to improve
customer financial management.
Bank of America patents also cover programming, online and mobile banking, and payment technologies
reflecting its broad innovation spectrum.
By investing $12 billion in technology, the bank plans to dedicate $3.8 billion to new
tech initiatives this year, underlining its commitment to innovation.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently just over $66,000, Ethereum is nearing $4,000,
and Solana is $138.
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.
Public 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.
SailDrone has launched its first surveyor autonomous vessel, designed for Navy testing,
marking a new era in ocean intelligence gathering.
The SailDrone 3000, a 20-meter vessel with an aluminum hull, offers durability and cost
effectiveness, differentiating it from its fiberglass and carbon predecessors.
Chosen for its robustness, the aluminum hull enables mass production, addressing the scale
limitations of composite production in the U.S.
SailDrones vessels are key to collecting high-resolution ocean data, aiding in climate science, logistics,
law enforcement, and military applications.
The Navy sees these uncrewed vehicles, like the SailDrone Surveyor, as essential for freeing
crewed vessels for other critical tasks, emphasizing their role in automated observation.
While not intended for combat, these vessels contribute significantly to surface and undersea
intelligence, including anti-submarine warfare, without being weaponized.
And in entertainment news, Bob Iger, Disney's CEO, has signaled a major shift in Marvel's
strategy, emphasizing quality over quantity for the MCU's future.
During a Morgan Stanley conference, Iger revealed that Disney has already canceled some Marvel
projects deemed not strong enough, prioritizing the franchise's integrity.
Despite reductions in Marvel's film and TV output, Iger remains positive, expressing
confidence in the team and the content being produced.
Uncertainty looms over several anticipated Marvel TV series, with projects like Iron
Heart and Armor Wars potentially at risk amid this strategic realignment.
This move may affect the MCU's willingness to take creative risks, yet aims to ensure
future offerings maintain high standards and engage audiences.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, to help us all through the dreary weather, here's some wise words from the
great character in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Jess Spuckoli.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.
Have an amazing day, my good friends.