Five Steps to Find and Fill Your Gaps

Preparedness grows through awareness and consistent action. This Five Bullet Friday gives you the framework to identify and close your own gaps using the resources available at ReadyCorps.net.

Episode Transcript

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This is your Amcon Daily Sit Rep for December the 19th, 2025.
Up first today, a major consumer alert as Instacart has been found using an
artificial intelligence algorithm to charge different prices for the same grocery
items to different customers without disclosure.
A recent study found that prices could vary by up to 23% at the same store on
the same day, potentially costing consumers an extra $1,200 annually.

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The Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into Instacart's pricing practices.
Moving on, as we focus on preparedness, it's crucial to understand the planning
considerations for evacuation and shelter-in-place orders.
Over 8 million people were affected by evacuation orders last year alone.
Experts emphasize having a detailed plan for both scenarios,
including identifying routes, reunion points, and maintaining emergency kits

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with supplies to sustain for 72 hours to 14 days.
Quick decision-making is vital, as delaying evacuation can lead to dangerous
traffic and fuel shortages. In international news, the terrorism threat in the
United Kingdom remains evolving and concerning.
Recent government data indicates a rise in referrals to the PREVENT program
by 27%, with youth aged 11 to 15 representing the largest group of concerns.

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Ideological and situational factors continue to complicate the threat landscape,
while incidents in the U.S.
Highlight similar risks, such as a recent case involving a New Jersey individual
plotting anti-Semitic violence.
Turning to weather, holiday travelers should brace for significant disruptions
as heavy snow, damaging winds, and flooding affect the northwest,
north-central, and northeast United States.

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About 8 million people remain under flood watches, while 31 million face strong.
Wind alerts that could lead to whiteout conditions, power outages,
and hazardous road conditions.
Particularly the front range of Colorado and Wyoming is at elevated fire risk
due to warm temperatures, low humidity, and winds gusting up to 80 miles per hour in some areas.
Lastly, in local civil unrest updates, protests and demonstrations continue

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nationwide with multiple events planned today in cities including Kula Vista,
California, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Overland Park, Bowie, Maryland,
and Tukwila, Washington.
Citizens are advised to remain vigilant, aware of their surroundings,
and have exit strategies in place.
Reporting suspicious activity to authorities, and RISAT is strongly encouraged
to ensure community safety during this season of parades and festivals.

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Today's weather includes heavy snow over parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula
and Northern Lower Peninsula, as well as along the Lake's Erie and Ontario coastlines.
The Cascades and Northern Rockies will also see significant snow accumulation.
A slight risk of excessive rainfall is forecasted for the Pacific Northwest on Friday.
Meanwhile, strong winds combined with warm and dry conditions may rapidly spread

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wildfires across the front range of Colorado and Wyoming.
A cold front will pass off the East Coast today, with heavy rain,
strong winds, and lake-effect snow.
There are no significant Ready Corps events scheduled in the next seven days.
Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full
report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness

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tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family,
and your neighborhood stay crisis-ready.