September 8, 2025 • 8 mins
School is back in session — and with it comes new routines, new traffic patterns, and new risks. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom breaks down why these seasonal shifts matter for preparedness, and how situational awareness starts with noticing changes in your daily patterns.
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This is your AMCON Daily SITREP for September the 8th, 2025.
Up first today, an essential device for hurricane preparedness.
In areas prone to hurricanes like Hawaii, traditional communication methods
relying on cell phones and internet may fail during emergencies.
HAM radios provide a reliable alternative, allowing communication without the
need for cell towers or internet.
Operators can send messages, medical supply lists, and requests for assistance
(00:45):
within their communities and beyond. Getting licensed to operate a ham radio
is recommended to ensure proper training and confidence during such situations.
In other news, a rise in incidents involving criminals impersonating police
officers has law enforcement officials urging caution nationwide.
These impersonators have been reported wearing badges and bulletproof vests
to deceive people, sometimes resulting in violent encounters.
(01:08):
Authorities advise requesting identification, pulling over in safe,
well-lit areas if stopped by someone claiming to be police, and immediately
calling 911 if suspicious.
Staying alert and cautious can protect you from these dangerous scams.
Turning now to health, a new study has found that consuming large amounts of
ultra-processed foods such as cookies, breakfast cereals, and sugary drinks
(01:29):
may be linked to the early signs of Parkinson's disease.
These early symptoms can appear years before typical disease diagnosis.
While the study does not prove causation, it highlights a strong association
between dietary habits and neurological health, underscoring the importance of mindful eating.
Adding to the concerns about processed foods, another major study in the UK
has linked additives found in ultra-processed foods, like flavor enhancers,
(01:53):
coloring agents, and artificial sweeteners, to a higher risk of death over an 11-year period.
The risk of mortality increases with the proportion of these foods in a person's.
Diet, emphasizing the benefits of reducing intake of heavily processed items for overall health.
Finally, a reminder regarding protests and civil unrest in various locations nationwide.
Several protests and vigils are scheduled in cities such as New York,
(02:15):
Pasadena, and Minneapolis over the coming days.
Situational awareness remains crucial. Always be aware of your surroundings,
know your exits, and report any suspicious activity to local authorities or
the ISAT team when safe to do so.
Now for today's weather, there is a slight risk of severe thunderstorms across
parts of the Central and Southern High Plains on Monday.
(02:35):
Additionally, air quality alerts are in effect over parts of the Northwest,
with frost advisories across the upper Midwest and Northeast.
A high-pressure system brings mostly clear and cooler weather to much of the
eastern U.S., while a stationary front causes thunderstorms and heavy rain in
Florida and the immediate southeastern coast.
Hurricane Kiko is currently moving northwest and is expected to impact the eastern
(02:56):
offshore waters near Hawaii by Monday night, weakening to a tropical storm.
Looking ahead on the AMCON events calendar, several opportunities for preparedness
activities are happening this week.
On September 9th in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, there will be a workshop
on home preparedness focusing on backup power, heating, and lighting.
From September 12th to 14th, Central City, Iowa hosts the North Regional Campout
(03:19):
Training and Adventure Challenge, including free ham radio testing.
The Broward County, Florida chapter meets September 13th to discuss outdoor
skills and communication field deployment.
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
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family.
(03:41):
And your neighborhood stay crisis ready.
This is your AMCON Daily SITREP for September the 8th, 2025.
Up first today, an essential device for hurricane preparedness.
In areas prone to hurricanes like Hawaii, traditional communication methods
relying on cell phones and internet may fail during emergencies.
HAM radios provide a reliable alternative, allowing communication without the
need for cell towers or internet.
Operators can send messages, medical supply lists, and requests for assistance
(00:45):
within their communities and beyond. Getting licensed to operate a ham radio
is recommended to ensure proper training and confidence during such situations.
In other news, a rise in incidents involving criminals impersonating police
officers has law enforcement officials urging caution nationwide.
These impersonators have been reported wearing badges and bulletproof vests
to deceive people, sometimes resulting in violent encounters.
(01:08):
Authorities advise requesting identification, pulling over in safe,
well-lit areas if stopped by someone claiming to be police, and immediately
calling 911 if suspicious.
Staying alert and cautious can protect you from these dangerous scams.
Turning now to health, a new study has found that consuming large amounts of
ultra-processed foods such as cookies, breakfast cereals, and sugary drinks
(01:29):
may be linked to the early signs of Parkinson's disease.
These early symptoms can appear years before typical disease diagnosis.
While the study does not prove causation, it highlights a strong association
between dietary habits and neurological health, underscoring the importance of mindful eating.
Adding to the concerns about processed foods, another major study in the UK
has linked additives found in ultra-processed foods, like flavor enhancers,
(01:53):
coloring agents, and artificial sweeteners, to a higher risk of death over an 11-year period.
The risk of mortality increases with the proportion of these foods in a person's.
Diet, emphasizing the benefits of reducing intake of heavily processed items for overall health.
Finally, a reminder regarding protests and civil unrest in various locations nationwide.
Several protests and vigils are scheduled in cities such as New York,
(02:15):
Pasadena, and Minneapolis over the coming days.
Situational awareness remains crucial. Always be aware of your surroundings,
know your exits, and report any suspicious activity to local authorities or
the ISAT team when safe to do so.
Now for today's weather, there is a slight risk of severe thunderstorms across
parts of the Central and Southern High Plains on Monday.
(02:35):
Additionally, air quality alerts are in effect over parts of the Northwest,
with frost advisories across the upper Midwest and Northeast.
A high-pressure system brings mostly clear and cooler weather to much of the
eastern U.S., while a stationary front causes thunderstorms and heavy rain in
Florida and the immediate southeastern coast.
Hurricane Kiko is currently moving northwest and is expected to impact the eastern
(02:56):
offshore waters near Hawaii by Monday night, weakening to a tropical storm.
Looking ahead on the AMCON events calendar, several opportunities for preparedness
activities are happening this week.
On September 9th in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, there will be a workshop
on home preparedness focusing on backup power, heating, and lighting.
From September 12th to 14th, Central City, Iowa hosts the North Regional Campout
(03:19):
Training and Adventure Challenge, including free ham radio testing.
The Broward County, Florida chapter meets September 13th to discuss outdoor
skills and communication field deployment.
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
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family.
(03:41):
And your neighborhood stay crisis ready.
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