The School Call

Every parent dreads the call: the school is in lockdown, and you can’t reach your child. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom walks through how family communication plans, school policies, and situational awareness can help you stay calm and lead through one of the toughest scenarios a family can face.

Episode Transcript

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This is your AMCON Daily SITREP for September the 13th, 2025.
Up first today, U.S. crude oil inventories are causing increased volatility in the energy markets.
Reports from the Energy Information Administration show frequent surprises in
inventory levels, leading to unpredictable shifts in supply and demand.
This affects energy producers, refiners, and logistics sectors nationwide.

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Notably, regional discrepancies in inventory such as those in Cushing,
Oklahoma, illustrate localized challenges and opportunities in the sector.
In other news, law enforcement officials are warning the public about criminals
impersonating police officers.
Several disturbing incidents have been reported nationwide, including suspects
wearing police gear to deceive and exploit individuals.

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Authorities advise people to be cautious, verify identification,
and call 911 if they suspect an impersonator.
Remember to pull over in well-lit areas and remain calm during any police encounters.
Turning to automotive news, Ford is recalling 1.9 million vehicles worldwide
due to a malfunction with rearview cameras. This recall covers models from 2015
to 2019, including the Mustang, Edge, and various Lincoln SUVs and trucks.

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The hardware issue causes distorted or blank rear-view displays,
increasing the risk of accidents.
Ford will notify affected owners and provide free camera replacements at authorized dealerships.
Protest activity continues across several states today.
Notable events include a benefit concert for Palestine in Seattle,
fundraisers and awareness events in Los Angeles, and community gatherings in central Florida.

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Members are reminded to maintain situational awareness during public events
and report any suspicious activity to local authorities and the ISAT team.
Looking at the weather forecast, thunderstorms will persist over the southern
Rockies, High Plains, and South Florida, with scattered flash flooding and severe weather possible.
A stationary front is expected to bring heavy to excessive rain to South Florida

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through Saturday, with localized and urban flooding risks.
Cooler temperatures are anticipated west of the Continental Divide this weekend.
While warmer weather will prevail across the central and eastern U.S.
On the event's calendar, several opportunities are coming up this weekend.
The North Regional Campout, Training, and Adventure Challenge is underway in
Central City, Iowa through September 14th.

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Broward County, Florida is hosting its monthly chapter meetup focused on outdoor
skills today in Sunrise, Florida.
Additionally, a home preparedness workshop on off-grid power solutions is scheduled
in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.
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,

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and your neighborhood stay crisis-ready.