Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, July 8th. You'll be interested
to know. 78 years ago today, in 1947, reports
emerged of a flying saucer crash near Roswell,
New Mexico. This event sparked widespread interest
and became a cornerstone of modern UFO lore.
The Roswell incident has since inspired countless
discussions, investigations, and cultural works,
fueling humanity's fascination with the possibility
of extraterrestrial life and the mysteries of
the universe. 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 waist -high sets rolling in. Weights hold
around 2 to 4 feet throughout the morning, providing
decent conditions. Expect the winds to remain
onshore at 4 mph, keeping things smooth early
on. As the day progresses, conditions may become
choppy with winds picking up slightly. Best time
to ride is at 6 a .m. with the one -foot incoming
mid -tide. when the south -southwest swell is
2 feet at 14 seconds and the onshore wind is
4 mile per hour. The first high tide Tuesday
will be 3 1⁄2 foot just before 10 a .m., with
a 2 1⁄2 foot low tide at 145. The nearshore buoy
at Beacons reads 71 degrees for the water temperature.
Wednesday through Friday features need -a -thigh
highways. with clean conditions early on Wednesday
giving way to fair surf as winds shift. Thursday
sees consistent fair conditions, while Friday
starts fair but becomes choppy in the afternoon
with winds increasing. Overall, expect rideable
waves, particularly in the mornings, though afternoon
sessions may be bumpy and less favorable. This
morning, it's partly sunny and it feels like
66 degrees with 8 mile per hour wind. The sunset
will take place at 8 .03 and it will rise again
tomorrow at 5 .48. It looks like we're in for
some mostly sunny weather today with temperatures
reaching around 70 and a gentle northwest breeze.
Tonight, we'll see partly cloudy skies with a
low of 66 and light winds. Looking ahead in the
weather. Expect mostly sunny skies Wednesday
and Thursday with highs near 71 and 72. Nights
will be mostly cloudy with lows around 65 to
66. Friday and Saturday stay partly sunny with
highs near 69 and 70. 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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So stop on by and don't forget to tell them Sunny
Morning sent you. In local news, a popular shortcut
connecting the heavily trafficked Hillcrest area
to Mission Valley has reopened after a year -long
closure. The reopening of Backman Place, after
three years, is expected to ease traffic congestion
and provide a safer route for cyclists and pedestrians.
Initially scheduled for two years of closure
starting in mid -2022, the road's construction
scope was expanded. The upgraded Bachman Place
now features a wider roadway, bike lanes in both
directions, and a five -foot pedestrian sidewalk.
Commuters appreciate the safety features and
time saved during their daily travels. Now on
to sports. The 2025 MLB All -Star Game roster
announcement sparked debate. particularly over
eight notable snubs. Among them is Juan Soto
from the New York Mets, who, despite a slow start,
has surged with impressive numbers. Seiya Suzuki
from the Chicago Cubs leads the majors with 77
runs batted in, while teammate Michael Bush boasts
an outstanding slash line. Tria Turner of the
Philadelphia Phillies and George Springer from
the Toronto Blue Jays are also deserving. Junior
Caminero of the Rays and Randy Orozarena from
the Seattle Mariners both showcased their talents
yet missed the cut. Lastly, Christopher Sanchez,
a standout pitcher for the Phillies, was overlooked,
raising eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
In local sports. Last night at Petco Park, the
Padres fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks 6 -3.
Despite a home run from Machado and Tatis Jr.
scoring early, San Diego couldn't outpace Arizona's
bats. Darvish took the loss with four earned
runs over six innings, while Gallin got the win
for Arizona and Jinkle secured the save. The
Diamondbacks offense, highlighted by Carroll
and Gurriel Jr., proved too strong, leaving the
Padres with 48 wins and 42 losses. Tonight, the
Friars face the Diamondbacks at Petco Park for
Game 2 of this four -game series. Nick Pivetta
takes the mound for SD, boasting a 3 .25 earned
run average against Merrill Kelly, who's at 3
.55. First pitch is at 640 under clear skies
and 76 degrees. In top news, as millions of Americans
enjoyed Independence Day, researchers have delivered
some staggering news. Hot dogs may be dangerous.
A survey published in Nature Medicine reviewed
over 60 nutrition studies, revealing that there
is no safe amount of processed food, including
cured meats, sugary drinks, and trans fatty acids.
The findings linked these foods to chronic diseases,
such as type 2 diabetes and colon cancer. For
instance, eating just one hot dog daily increases
the risk of type 2 diabetes by 11%. While this
research is compelling, changing America's hot
dog habits may prove challenging. In business
news, Amazon is transforming Prime Day into Prime
Week. extending this year's promotion to four
days, hoping to attract more shoppers and new
Prime members. This event, starting Tuesday,
is projected to generate a record $12 .9 billion
in the United States, up 53 % from last year.
While interest in Prime Day has declined over
time, analysts suggest consumers are keen on
finding value amid rising tariff concerns. Sellers
expect significant sales despite uncertainty
about demand. Additionally, Amazon will leverage
this event to boost its advertising revenue and
attract new Prime members. In crypto movement,
Bitcoin is down 0 .5 % to just under $108 ,000.
Ethereum is down 2 % to just over $2 ,500. And
XRP is unchanged. at two dollars and 26 cents
moving on to a more local vibe in our community
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Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent
you by. And now, back to the show. Let's talk
tech. A long -lost Chinese typewriter, the Ming
Cui, discovered in a basement in upstate New
York, has sparked excitement among scholars in
the United States, Taiwan, and China. Patented
in 1946, this typewriter was crucial in the development
of modern Chinese computing. Invented by Lin
Yutang, a prominent linguist, the typewriter
ingeniously breaks down Chinese pictographs by
shape. allowing it to suggest characters on a
small screen. Stanford University recently acquired
the restored prototype. This discovery symbolizes
a bridge between cultures, reflecting Lin's vision
of preserving Chinese identity within a modern
framework. Jack Quaid has had a prolific year
in 2025. starring in multiple films, including
the action comedy Heads of State. In it, Quay
plays Marty Comer, a station agent protecting
a US president and a UK prime minister from assassination
attempts. He describes the experience as a dream
come true, noting it ignited his passion for
action roles. As he wraps up filming his iconic
character, Huey Campbell in The Boys, Quaid expresses
mixed emotions about saying goodbye. He is proud
of the show's finale, praising creator Eric Crick
for his work with the source material. Heads
of State is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Well, all righty, folks. It's time for the quote
of the day. And today, our quote comes from the
American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison.
And he said... To invent, you need a good imagination
and a pile of junk. 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.