Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, April 11th.
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, science
and entertainment.
At first, you'll be interested to know, 54 years ago, today in 1970.
Apollo 13 launched from Cape Kennedy, Florida and was a NASA mission that faced a crisis
when an oxygen tank exploded en route to the moon.
This incident jeopardized the lives of astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise and Jack Swigert.
Initially aiming for a lunar landing, the mission's objectives were drastically altered
following the explosion.
The crew had to use the lunar module as a lifeboat for a safe return to Earth, foregoing
their moon landing.
This event turned a routine spaceflight into a dramatic survival mission, showcasing the
ingenuity and resilience of both the astronauts and the ground team.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the surf report.
Expect an increase in both north-northwest and south-southwest swells towards the end
of this week.
Areas in North County San Diego will see need a waist-high surf, with standout spots nearing
chest-high.
Light and variable offshore wind are expected early mornings, with westerly onshore flow
starting to pick up, then reaching moderate levels for the back half of the day.
Expect a potential uptick in north-northwest swell by the weekend, with a south-southwest
swell bringing waves to stomach-high waves and chest-high waves at summer standouts in
South County San Diego.
Thursday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean at 2 to 3 feet until
10, then fair until noon.
After that, it's looking a little choppy, but might clear up a bit for a sunset session.
Best time to ride is at 8 a.m. with a half-foot incoming tide, when the west-northwest swell
is 2 feet at 15 seconds and the onshore wind is just about zero.
The first high tide Thursday will be 4 feet just after 12.30 p.m. with a 2-foot low tide
just before 5.
The near-shore buoy at Scripps and La Jolla reads 60 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area.
This morning it's partly cloudy and feels like 54 degrees with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 7.16 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.21.
It looks a grin for some patchy fog before 11 a.m.
Otherwise, mostly sunny with a high near 66 and wind of 5 to 10 mile per hour.
Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 55.
Looking ahead in the weather, Friday will be partly sunny with a high near 63 degrees
and south wind 5 to 15 mile per hour.
Saturday brings a chance of afternoon showers and a high near 61.
The chance of rain continues Saturday night.
Sunday and Monday will be mostly sunny with highs near 60 degrees.
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In local news, the Encinitas City Council has approved a $382,000 5-year chemical treatment
plan to protect the heritage Canary Island date palm at Moonlight Beach from the South
American palm weevil.
This invasive beetle, first detected in 2011 in San Diego County, poses a significant threat
to palms, particularly the Canary Island variety.
The plan involves regular inspections, the removal of infested palms, and preventive
treatments including a controversial pesticide.
Despite the pesticides' risk to bees, an exception is being sought due to the city's
Bee City USA status and the already enhanced pollinator habitat and limited use of pesticides.
The move comes as the weevil's presence has necessitated the removal of numerous infected
palms across the city, highlighting the challenge of preserving local heritage and biodiversity
against invasive species.
Now on to sports.
Major League Baseball is facing an unprecedented pitcher injury crisis, with top pitchers like
Spencer Strider and Shane Bieber suffering from severe elbow issues.
These injuries are closely linked to the pursuit of higher velocity and complex pitches, like
the sweeper.
Keith Meister, a top-elbow surgeon and physician for the Texas Rangers, notes a surge in specific
tear patterns due to these pitching styles.
Strider, for example, is potentially facing his second elbow reconstruction in five years,
highlighting a dramatic shift from the past, when one surgery was expected to last a pitcher's
year.
The drive for more strikeouts and better performance is pushing pitchers to their physical limits,
leading to more frequent and severe injuries.
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association are at odds over the causes, with
debates around the impact of new rules like the pitch clock.
But the underlying issue remains the relentless quest for greater pitch velocity and effectiveness
at the cost of long-term health.
Last night in local sports, the Padres at home beat the Cubs again 10-2.
And in the NBA, the Clippers on the road lost to the Suns 124-108.
Tonight, the Kings are at home to take on the flames.
And top news, the debate on how to load a dishwasher whose staring households across
the US, with even British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak weighing in.
Naina and Steven Edwards, a couple in New York, embody this domestic disagreement.
Naina prefers a more relaxed approach, while Steven meticulously plans the dish placement
for optimal cleanliness.
This household dilemma extends beyond personal preference, where social media talking heads
and experts alike are sparking discussions on the proper methods and efficiency.
A YouGov Omnibus survey found that 65% of Americans believe there's a right and wrong
way to load a dishwasher, highlighting the intensity of this seemingly trivial, yet universally
relatable household debate.
I mean, is it even a debate?
Obviously, you should spend the extra mental time to plan out your methodology and get
as many dishes packed safely with the optimal amount of cleanliness.
Duh.
In business news, combating inflation is proving to be a challenging task, akin to the difficulty
of losing those final few pounds.
Despite significant improvement from two years ago, when inflation peaked at 9%, it remains
stubbornly above 3% this year.
March saw a 3.5% increase in consumer prices from the previous year, signaling a slight
acceleration in inflation.
Essential expenses like rents, car insurance, and electricity are key contributors, affecting
people's daily financial burdens.
Additionally, rising oil prices threaten to escalate gas prices further, complicating
efforts to reduce inflation.
The Federal Reserve aims to lower inflation to its 2% target before considering rate cuts,
maintaining a cautious stance despite market hopes for easing.
This situation underscores the complex and persistent nature of inflation, posing a dilemma
for policymakers and impacting public sentiment towards the economy.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is now just over $70,000.
Ethereum is at $3,500.
And Solana is $173.
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.
Starting today, internet service providers in the U.S. must display clear labels that
provide consumers with essential information about prices, speeds, and data caps.
This FCC mandate aims to enhance transparency, especially at the point of sale, ensuring
that customers understand the terms of their internet service plans.
Large providers with over 100,000 subscribers must comply immediately, while smaller providers
have until October 10, 2024.
The labels will detail monthly charges, one-time fees, speed and latency, data allowances,
and any additional costs for exceeding data caps.
This initiative, part of a broader effort to eliminate hidden fees and provide consumers
with straightforward pricing, has been met with resistance from some internet service
providers.
However, major companies like Comcast, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile are already in compliance,
showcasing the FCC's commitment to consumer rights and the importance of transparency
in broadband services.
And in entertainment news, Kevin Costner expressed his willingness to return to Yellowstone for
the final season to conclude his character's story.
Given the rumors of his departure and potential legal action against Paramount, Costner revealed
at CinemaCon that while he envisioned participating in seven seasons, his future on the show remains
uncertain.
He mentioned a desire for input on his character's fate, which is not typically allowed by the
co-creator Taylor Sheridan.
As production for the next part of season five is expected to start soon, time for negotiating
Costner's return is dwindling.
Meanwhile, Costner's film Horizon, American Saga, is set to premiere at Cannes, marking
his return to the festival after 20 years.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the command module pilot of Apollo 13, Jack Swigert.
...stir up your cryo tanks, in addition, I have a shaft and trunnion for a look at the
comet Bennett if you need it.
Okay, standby.
Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here.
This is Houston, say again please.
Houston, we've had a problem.
We've had a main B bus undervolt.
Roger, main B undervolt.
Okay, standby 13, we're looking at it.
And we had a pretty large bang associated with the caution and warning there.
And if I recall, main B was the one that had a ham spike on it once before.
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 Encinitas.