Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, June 30th. You'll be interested
to know. 117 years ago today, in 1908, the Tunguska
event occurred over eastern Siberia, Russia.
A massive explosion believed to be caused by
the airburst of a small comet or asteroid. flattened
approximately 2 ,000 square kilometers of forest.
Remarkably, despite the immense force, there
were no confirmed human fatalities. This extraordinary
event has since inspired extensive scientific
research into cosmic impacts and their effects
on Earth. So now you know. And now, it's time
for the SURF Report. Monday in Encinitas, and
North County. It's looking fair this morning
with knee -high sets rolling in. Weights hold
around 2 feet throughout the morning, providing
decent conditions. However, expect the winds
to remain onshore at 4 mph, creating some bumps
as the day progresses. By the afternoon, conditions
may shift to semi -choppy, with winds picking
up to 10 to 15 mph. Best time to ride is at 6
a .m. with the 1 -foot outgoing low tide when
the south -southwest swell is 1 feet at 13 seconds
and the onshore wind is 4 mph. The first low
tide Monday will be 0 foot at 7 .45 a .m. with
a 4 -foot high tide at 2 .45. The nearshore buoy
at Beacons reads 71 degrees for the water temperature.
Tuesday through Thursday features inconsistent
surf conditions. Tuesday starts with fair waves
around 1 to 2 feet, shifting to choppy by afternoon
with west winds up to 11 mph. Wednesday offers
clean 2 -feet waves early, transitioning to choppy
later. The first day showcases clean 3 to 4 plus
feet surf in the morning, deteriorating to fair
and choppy conditions as winds increase throughout
the day. This morning it's mostly cloudy and
it feels like 67 degrees with 8 mile per hour
wind. The sunset will take place at 8 .04 and
it will rise again tomorrow at 5 .44. It looks
like we're in for some partly sunny skies today.
with a high near 69 and a light northwest breeze.
Tonight, expect mostly cloudy conditions with
a low around 64 and gentle winds. Looking ahead
in the weather, expect partly sunny skies Tuesday
through Thursday with highs around 67 to 68 and
light northwest winds. Nights will be mostly
cloudy with lows in the low 60s. Independence
Day looks similar. Bonjour, food enthusiasts.
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles
Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. Nestled on El
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this cafe is a haven for culinary delights. Indulge
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or just breeze on through to get your morning
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So stop on by and don't forget to tell them Sunny
Morning sent you. In local news, passengers in
downtown San Diego are expressing concern as
the Affordable Circuit Electric Shuttle Service
may cease operations at the end of this month.
Angela Milner, a frequent rider, shared her dismay,
stating, No way, are you serious? With over 78
,000 passengers this fiscal year, the service
has been a lifeline, especially for those with
mobility challenges. The program, which charges
$2 per ride, is facing closure due to a nearly
$260 million budget shortfall. While June 30th
is the projected end date, The city is exploring
options for a potential extension. Now on to
sports. In a thrilling match, the U .S. men's
national team overcame Costa Rica in a penalty
shootout, advancing to the semifinals of the
CONCACAF Gold Cup. The game, held at U .S. Bank
Stadium, ended in a 2 -2 draw after regulation.
Goalkeeper Matt Freese emerged as a star, making
three crucial saves in the shootout, while Damian
Downs scored the decisive kick. This victory
allowed the U .S. to avoid an upset, setting
up a semifinal clash against Guatemala in St.
Louis. The team had previously struggled with
second -half leads, but showed resilience in
this intense matchup. In local sports... Yesterday
morning at Great American Ballpark, the Friars
fell to the Reds 3 -2. Despite Xander Gogert's
solo homer in the fourth, the Padres couldn't
hold the lead. And in the ninth, Will Benson's
bases -loaded single off Robert Suarez sealed
San Diego's fate. The Iglesias fielder's choice
scored El Nino in the seventh, but it wasn't
enough, leaving the Padres with a record of 45
-38. while Cincinnati's win came with Pagan earning
the save. Today, the Friars face the Phillies
in Philadelphia for game one of a three -game
series. Matt Waldron, with an earned run average
of 6 .3, takes on Zach Wheeler, boasting a 2
.45. First pitch is at 335 under sunny skies
with temperatures around 86 degrees. In top news.
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway predicts
that changes in mortgage rates will significantly
impact the housing market this year. Homebuyers
have faced an unpredictable landscape with rising
prices and stubborn rates leading many young
Americans to delay or abandon home ownership.
Although mortgage rates dipped below 3 % during
the pandemic, the subsequent inflation pushed
housing costs higher. As rates approach 7%, homebuyer
demand is shifting, with affordability becoming
paramount. Experts note that even minor fluctuations
in rates can make buyers hesitant, impacting
market enthusiasm and activity, as affordability
remains a major barrier for many aspiring homeowners.
In business news, Costco is introducing a new
early shopping perk. catering specifically to
its executive members, who pay $130 a year. Starting
June 30th, select U .S. locations will open an
hour earlier from Sunday through Friday, but
only for these members. Regular members can shop
starting at 10 a .m. on weekdays and 9 .30 a
.m. on Saturdays. While some customers express
frustration over this perceived second terror
treatment, Others see it as a justified benefit
for the 27 % of members who contribute to 73
% of Costco's global sales. This shift reflects
Costco's evolving membership dynamics. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is up 1 % over the weekend
to about $109 ,000. Ethereum is up 2 % to just
over $2 ,500. And XRP is up 4 % to $2 .19. 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,
Salana 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. For the first time ever, a research
team named Colossal may have spotted a juvenile
colossal squid while exploring the waters around
Antarctica. This remarkable sighting could provide
the first video of this elusive creature, known
scientifically as Messonicotuthis hamiltoni.
The team used a deep -sea camera attached to
a polar tourism vessel to capture this footage.
While the video is currently under peer review,
it is a significant achievement for marine biologists,
revealing nearly 80 species, including giant
volcano sponges and Antarctic sunflower stars.
The colossal squid remains a mystery, but collaboration
with tourism could unlock more secrets of our
oceans. Entertainment news. In a thrilling box
office showdown, F1, starring Brad Pitt, roared
to a remarkable $55 .6 million during its domestic
opening weekend, marking Apple's first box office
hit. With stellar reviews and an A -grade on
CinemaScore, the film grossed $88 .4 million
internationally. Directed by Joseph Kosinski,
F1 follows a retired Formula One driver returning
to the sport to coach a rookie. Meanwhile, the
horror sequel Megan 2 stumbled, earning only
$10 million. Despite its modest budget, the sequel's
weak performance suggests it may not become a
lasting franchise. Well, alrighty folks, it's
time for the quote of the day. And today, our
quote comes from the American author and philosopher,
William James. And he said, The greatest discovery
of any generation is that a human can alter his
life by altering his attitude. 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.