Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, April 30th. You'll be interested
to know, 236 years ago today, in 1789, George
Washington was inaugurated as the first president
of the United States. On the balcony of Federal
Hall in New York City, he took the oath of office.
marking the birth of a new era in American history.
Washington's leadership and vision laid the foundation
for the nation's future, inspiring generations
to come. So now you know. And now, it's time
for the Surf Report. Wednesday in Encinitas and
North County. It's looking clean this morning
with waist -to -chest -high sets rolling in.
Weights hold around 3 to 4 plus feet throughout
the morning, providing great conditions. However,
expect the winds to remain onshore at 2 mile
per hour, keeping things smooth as the day progresses.
Later, conditions may shift to choppy with increasing
wind speeds. Best time to ride is at 6 a .m.
with a minus 1 foot low tide when the south -southwest
swell. is 2 .5 feet at 15 seconds, and the onshore
wind is 2 mile per hour. The first low tide Wednesday
will be minus 1 .5 foot just before 6 a .m.,
with a 3 -foot high tide at 1245. The nearshore
buoy at Beacons reads 64 degrees for the water
temperature. Thursday through Saturday presents
varied surf conditions. Thursday starts with
clean waist -high waves and light winds, ideal
for longboarders. However, conditions deteriorate
by afternoon with choppy surf and increasing
winds. Friday sees fair morning conditions but
transitions to choppy by midday. Saturday features
persistent choppy waves with winds peaking at
18 mph, making for a less favorable surf experience
overall. This morning it's cloudy and it feels
like 61 degrees with no wind. The sunset will
take place at 7 .32 and it will rise again tomorrow
at 6 .01. It looks like we're in for a partly
sunny day with a high around 62 and a light southwest
breeze. Tonight, we'll see mostly cloudy skies
with a low of 56 and very light winds. Looking
ahead in the weather. Expect mostly sunny skies
on Thursday and Friday with highs near 61. Nights
will be mostly cloudy with lows in the mid -50s.
Saturday brings clouds and a slight chance of
rain. 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
sends you. In local news, SeaWorld San Diego
is proudly celebrating Military Appreciation
Month by offering free tickets for United States
military veterans and their friends and family
members. Veterans have until May 11th to register
for one -time free admission for themselves and
up to three guests, with tickets required to
be used by May 26th. For those wishing to bring
additional guests, The park offers up to six
half -off tickets for purchase. A valid military
identification is necessary to participate. This
initiative is part of the United Parks and Resorts
Waves of Honor program, honoring the commitment
of military personnel and their families. Now
on to sports. The NBA playoffs are heating up,
with the Indiana Pacers advancing after a thrilling
overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, winning
119 -118. The Bucks, who led by seven points
late in the game, faltered as Tyrese Halliburton
made a crucial layup. The Pacers will face the
top -seeded Cavs next. Meanwhile, the Detroit
Pistons forced a Game 6 against the New York
Knicks. winning 106 -103, with Cade Cunningham
scoring 24 points. The Boston Celtics closed
out their series against the Orlando Magic in
commanding fashion, winning 120 -89, thanks in
part to Paolo Banchero's foul troubles. In local
sports. Last night at Petco, the Friars triumphed
over the Giants 7 -4. Xander Bogarts dazzled.
going two for four with three RBIs, including
a mammoth homer in the seventh. Nick Pibetta,
striking out nine over five and one -third innings,
secured the win. With this win, the Padres now
stand at 18 -11, just a game behind the Giants
in the standings. Tomorrow afternoon, the Friars
face the Giants at Petco for the final game of
this two -game series. Michael King, with a 2
.18 ERA, will take the mound against Landon Roop.
First pitch is at 110, with pleasant skies and
temps around 67 degrees in sunny San Diego. Last
night in hockey, the Kings fell 3 -1 to the Oilers
in Game 5. Despite Andriy Kosmenko's power play
goal, Edmonton's Mattias Genmark, sealed the
game with a decisive third -period strike. The
Kings now trail the series three games to two
as they head back to Edmonton for game six tomorrow
night. And tonight, the Lakers series now stands
at 3 -1, with the Timberwolves leading and the
Lakers facing elimination at the Crypt. Tip -off
is at 7 on TBS and Max. In top news... In a startling
revelation, California's health insurance exchange,
Covered California, has been transmitting sensitive
personal health data to LinkedIn during a marketing
campaign. Forensic testing uncovered that trackers
on the website shared information about visitors'
health status, including pregnancy and domestic
abuse indicators. Following public scrutiny,
Covered California has removed these trackers
and is reviewing its privacy protocols. Spokesperson
Kelly Donahue acknowledged the data sharing and
emphasized efforts to safeguard consumer information.
Experts have expressed alarm, stating that users
expect their health information to remain confidential
and protected from commercial use. In business
news, Coinbase is set to launch its Bitcoin Yield
Fund on May 1st, targeting annualized returns
of 4 -8 % for non -United States institutional
investors. The fund aims to generate yield through
basis trading, which capitalizes on the spread
between Bitcoin futures and spot prices. Notably,
this strategy carries risks, especially with
market volatility. Backed by Abu Dhabi -based
Aspen Digital, the funds approach contrasts with
the failed yield platform of BlockFi, which relied
on lending for returns. As interest in this new
offering rises, investors should remain cautious
of potential risks associated with crowded trades.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is up 1 % to $95
,000. Ethereum is up 1%. to just over $1 ,800.
And Goat Seas Maximus is down half a percent
to $0 .08. 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, Salina 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. In the 21st century, personal
data is increasingly vulnerable, with companies
profiting from our information. Now, lawmakers
are raising alarms about companies collecting
data from brain implants. Senators Chuck Schumer,
Maria Cantwell, and Edward Markey sent a joint
letter expressing concern over the handling of
sensitive neural data. generated by brain -computer
interfaces. They highlight that this data is
deeply personal and often collected with few
limits and vague policies. The senators urged
the Federal Trade Commission to investigate companies
like Elon Musk's Neuralink, emphasizing the need
for stricter regulations on data harvesting that
impacts our privacy and mental health. In a new
review, Thunderbolts is seen as a potential lifeline
for the struggling Marvel Cinematic Universe.
However, many fans may find it lacks the essential
viewing quality they crave. The film, directed
by Jake Schreier, presents a humorous take on
a group of lesser -known characters, including
Yulina Belova and Ghost, who are forced to confront
personal traumas while navigating chaotic missions.
With a hefty budget of almost $200 million, it
attempts to blend comedy with serious scenes.
The film's reliance on humor and a mixed ensemble
may resonate with audiences, but its overall
execution leaves much to be desired. Well, alrighty
folks, it's time for the quote of the day. And
today, our quote comes from the Chinese philosopher,
Lo Tzu. And he said, Life is a series of natural
and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them. That
only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality.
Let things flow naturally forward in whatever
way they like. 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.