Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, May 27th. You'll be interested
to know, 88 years ago today, in 1937, the magnificent
Golden Gate Bridge opened to pedestrian traffic
in San Francisco, California. This engineering
marvel, spanning the Golden Gate Strait, connected
the city to Moran County and stood as the longest
and tallest suspension bridge of its time. Its
completion symbolized human ingenuity and determination,
overcoming numerous challenges to create an iconic
structure that continues to inspire and awe people
worldwide. So now you know. And now, it's time
for the Surf Report. Tuesday in Encinitas and
North County. It's looking fair this morning
with stomach -high sets rolling in. Weights hold
around 3 to 5 feet throughout the morning, providing
decent conditions. However, expect the winds
to shift onshore at 4 mph, creating some bumps
as the day progresses. Overall, it's a good time
to catch some waves before the wind picks up
later. Best time to ride is at 6 a .m. with a
zero -foot incoming low tide when the south -southwest
swell is 2 .5 feet at 16 seconds and the sideshore
wind is 4 mph. The first high tide Tuesday will
be 3 .5 foot just before 11 a .m. with a two
-foot low tide just before 3 .30. The nearshore
buoy at Beacons reads 68 degrees for the water
temperature. Wednesday through Friday features
waist -to -chest high waves with predominantly
clean morning conditions, especially on Wednesday.
Winds remain light early, transitioning to fair
and then choppy by afternoon as speeds increase.
Thursday sees similar conditions with slight
size decrease, while Friday maintains fair surf
throughout the day. Overall, expect manageable
waves, especially in the mornings, ideal for
various skill levels. This morning, it's cloudy
and it feels like 63 degrees with 8 mile per
hour wind. The sunset will take place at 7 .52
and it will rise again tomorrow at 5 .42. It
looks like we're in for a mostly cloudy day with
a high around 64 and a light southwest breeze.
Tonight, expect continued cloudy skies with a
low of 60 and calm winds. Looking ahead in the
weather, expect mostly cloudy skies on Wednesday
with a high near 64 and light southwest winds.
Thursday and Friday will be partly sunny with
highs near 65 and 68. Nights will be cloudy with
lows around 61 and 63. Saturday remains partly
sunny, reaching a high near 69, followed by another
mostly cloudy night. Bonjour, food enthusiasts.
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Sunny Morning sent you. In local news, the local
tourism industry in San Diego, which supports
more than one in eight jobs, is bracing for a
potential slowdown in 2025. San Diego Tourism
Authority Chief Operating Officer Kerry Capich
expressed concern, stating, We are starting to
see a slowdown. This comes after a successful
fiscal year in 2024, when 32 million visitors
contributed a significant economic impact of
$22 billion. As Memorial Day passes, many tourists
are already flocking to the area. Local leaders
are vigorously working to attract visitors and
stimulate demand, with hopes for upcoming events
like the World Cup and the 2028 Olympics boosting
tourism. Now on to sports. Aaron Rodgers has
hinted strongly that he may soon sign with the
Pittsburgh Steelers. During a recent Q &A event,
when asked about playing for the Chicago Bears,
Rodgers quickly responded, no, and mentioned
an upcoming game involving a team that plays
in Chicago. Fans noted that the Steelers faced
the Bears at Soldier Field in Week 12. While
some speculated about the New Orleans Saints,
Rodgers ruled that out. stating he did not want
to live in Louisiana. With the Steelers aggressively
pursuing him, it seems Rodgers' decision may
be imminent, potentially marking a new chapter
in his career. Last night at Petco, the Padres
edged the Marlins 4 -3 in an 11 -inning thriller.
Machado's eighth -inning homer tied it, setting
the stage for Wade's game -winning run on a wild
pitch by Gibson. Murray Hahn earned the win,
improving to 2 -2. San Diego showed resilience
with five hits and one error, and the Padres
now boast a record of 30 -22, sitting strong
in the standings. Tonight, the Friars host the
Marlins at Petco for Game 2 of the three -game
series. Steph Kolek takes the mound for SD with
a 2 .86 CRA. facing Max Meyer and his 3 .44 ERA.
First pitch at 640 under clear skies, 66 degrees.
In top news, Congressman Joe Neguse recently
joined The Weeknd to address the breeze and corruption
surrounding former President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency
dinner held last week. He highlighted the issues
within the event. and emphasized how Democrats
are actively pushing back against the Republican
Party's proposed bill, which includes significant
budget cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program and Medicaid. As the political landscape
evolves, Nagus's comments shed light on the ongoing
conflicts between parties, aiming to protect
essential social programs for those in need.
In business news… The struggling rooftop solar
industry faces a potentially fatal blow after
the House of Representatives passed a tougher
version of President Trump's expansive tax and
spending package. This bill ends rich renewable
energy credits, with credits for rooftop solar
and battery storage terminating this year. Analysts
warn this marks the end of residential solar
as it exists today. leading to significant stock
drops in companies like Sunrun, which fell 37%.
Industry leaders urged the Senate to reconsider,
emphasizing that home solar benefits the electric
grid and contributes to energy independence.
The fight over clean energy continues amidst
rising electricity demand. In crypto movement,
Bitcoin is up 4 % to $109 ,000. Ethereum is up
half a percent to about $2 ,600. And Goatsies
Maximus is down 2 % to $0 .15. 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. During a severe heat wave in 2023, scientists
off the coast of Papua New Guinea made a surprising
discovery about clownfish. Researchers measured
the sizes of 134 of these iconic orange and white
fish over several months and found that most
shrank, in some cases by a few millimeters. Lead
researcher Melissa Versteeg noted, we were so
surprised to see shrinking. Although the exact
mechanism is unclear, this adaptation may help
clownfish survive rising ocean temperatures.
The study adds complexity to the ongoing challenges
faced by marine ecosystems, highlighting the
resilience of these creatures amid climate change.
Jon Hamm is stepping back into the spotlight
with his lead role in Apple TV +, Your Friends
and Neighbors, marking his first television series,
Lead, in a decade. Now for his iconic character,
Don Draper, Hamm has explored various roles since,
including comedic parts and dramatic performances.
He expresses contentment with his career path,
stating, I just wanted to work. emphasizing the
importance of surrounding himself with talented
collaborators. As your friends and neighbors
gains cultural interest, Ham reflects on his
growth, saying, I love being 50, and appreciates
the opportunity to tell stories that resonate
with audiences. Well, all righty, folks, it's
time for the quote of the day. And today, our
quote comes from the American author and philosopher,
Ralph Waldo Emerson. And he said, what lies behind
us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared
to what lies within us. 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.