Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Wednesday, May 1st.
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.
But first, you'll be interested to know, 33 years ago, today, in 1991, American baseball
player Ricky Henderson stole the 939th base of his career, surpassing Lou Brock's MLB
record.
Then in 2001, he also set the record for most career run score.
He finished his career with 1,406 steals.
Ricky got some speed.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the surf report.
Expect steep-angled northwest swell mix Wednesday, with ways to stomach high waves at decent
spots and just ahead high waves at focal points.
Mornings offer the best conditions with weak offshore to light and variable wind.
Most swell trends down later in the week.
Modest new southwest or south-southwest swell moves in later in the week, with most breaks
below waist high but a few at chest high.
Wednesday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking rough in the middle of the day.
But we could get some fair conditions at 2 to 3 feet for a morning or quick sunset session.
First time to ride is at 4 p.m. with a 3-foot incoming tide, when the west-southwest swell
is 3 feet at 10 seconds and the onshore wind is 8 mile per hour.
The first low tide Wednesday will be 0 feet at 11 a.m. with a 4-foot high tide at 630.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 65 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area, this morning it's cloudy and feels
like 56 degrees with 6 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 730 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.
It looks like we're in for some clouds through mid-morning, then gradual clearing with a
high near 62 and wind of 5 to 10 mile per hour.
Tonight cloudy with a low around 57.
Looking ahead in the weather, Thursday and Friday will start cloudy, then turn partly
sunny with highs near 64.
This weekend will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 60s.
Saturday will gradually become sunny, while Sunday will be partly sunny with a slight
chance of morning showers.
Next week starts mostly sunny on Monday with a high near 62.
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In local news.
In Lucadia, the community and creativity converge at just Peachy Market with a vibrant new mural,
a celebration by Moonmar Dei Colores.
This Encinitas-based non-profit aims to increase coastal access and environmental awareness
among underserved youth.
The mural, funded by a $28,000 grant, was swiftly brought to life by artist DJ Javier.
It encapsulates the joy and diversity of ocean activities, painted in a lively, colorful
style that invites all to share in the coastal experience.
This artistic endeavor not only beautifies, but also symbolizes the inclusive spirit of
the community.
Now on to sports.
In a thrilling NBA playoff game at Madison Square Garden, Tyrese Maxey led the Philadelphia
76ers to a critical 112-106 overtime victory against the New York Knicks.
Maxey scored a staggering 46 points, including pivotal three-pointers in the closing seconds
of regulation, to force overtime.
This win was crucial, as it prevented the 76ers from being eliminated from the playoffs.
The series now returns to Philadelphia for Game 6, with the Knicks leading the series
3-2.
Maxey's performance overshadowed strong efforts by Knicks' Jalen Brunson, who scored
40 points.
Last night in local sports, the Padres at home beat the Reds 6-4.
Tonight, the Padres are at home again for the final game against the Reds.
And in the NBA playoffs, the Clippers are at home for Game 5 to take on the Mavericks.
And the Kings are on the road in Edmonton for their Game 5 against the Oilers.
In top news, the Biden administration introduced a tax credit system to encourage the production
of sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the airline industry.
Authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act, these incentives are designed to promote the
use of agricultural crops in fuel production, adhering to climate-smart agricultural practices.
The initiative is a significant step towards decarbonizing a sector traditionally challenging
to make eco-friendly, with producers eligible for up to $1.75 per gallon in credits, depending
on the emission reductions achieved.
In business news, Amazon's Q1 advertising revenue soared to nearly $12 billion, a 24%
increase from the previous year, driven significantly by integrating commercials into its Prime Video
service.
This strategic move, expanding ad presence in markets worldwide, notably boosted financial
results, surpassing the anticipated revenue.
D-Eato Andy Jassy highlighted the early success of streaming TV ads and the ongoing enhancement
of Prime Video's content portfolio, which includes high-profile projects like NFL games
and the Lord of the Rings series.
This growth in ad revenue is part of a broader surge in Amazon's overall performance, with
total Q1 revenue hitting a record $143 billion.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $60,000.
Ethereum is $3,000.
And Solana is $126.
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.
Researchers have developed a novel type of plastic, embedded with bacterial spores, that
can digest the material once it's discarded, potentially offering a new solution to the
persistent problem of plastic waste.
By incorporating spores of Bacillus subtilis, a soil bacterium, into thermoplastic polyurethane,
the material remains intact during use, but begins to degrade when exposed to conducive
environmental conditions in landfills or composts.
This approach not only helps in managing plastic waste, but also surprisingly enhances the
strength of the plastic, making it tougher than conventional plastics.
And in entertainment news, Shogun has captivated audiences, emerging as a standout in the realm
of hour-long dramas amidst a trend towards shorter formats.
Its extensive use of Japanese dialogue demands undivided attention from viewers, distinguishing
it from many modern series that accommodate multitasking.
This characteristic not only enhances engagement, but aligns with its intricate storytelling,
reminiscent of prestige TV classics known for their demanding narrative depth.
As it breaks viewing records, Shogun not only showcases the growing appeal of non-English
programming in America, but also reinforces the power of focused, immersive television
experiences.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from Ricky Henderson, the all-time leading bass stealer.
Luke Brock was a symbol of great bass stealing.
But today, I'm the greatest of all time.
Thank you.
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.