Episode Transcript
This is your AMCON Daily SITREP for December the 24th, 2025.
Up first today, connecting family preparedness to community preparedness.
Communities today face increasingly complex challenges due to factors like climate
change and urbanization, resulting in more frequent and costly disasters.
Building community resilience goes beyond traditional preparedness by fostering
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social connectedness and promoting health and wellness within the community.
Being connected and adaptive are key measures of preparedness.
We encourage listeners to engage with local community preparedness efforts and
talk with neighbors to build strong networks of support.
In other news, the FCC has blacklisted foreign-made drones, including those
from DJI and Autel, due to security and spying concerns.
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New drone equipment authorizations for U.S. sales are now blocked as part of
a strategy tied to upcoming major events, such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and
the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
This move also supports increasing domestic drone production.
Contractors and users should be aware of heightened oversight and potential
contractual risks resulting from this action.
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Turning to home safety, if you use natural gas in your home or business,
it is crucial to have your gas line system inspected regularly.
Aging or damaged gas lines can pose serious risks, as evidenced by recent deadly
explosions at a nursing home near Philadelphia due to leaking gas.
Experts recommend inspections every 12 to 24 months, or immediately if you notice
odd odors, reduced appliance efficiency, or unusual pilot light behavior.
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Regular maintenance helps prevent
costly repairs, improves appliance efficiency, and increases safety.
Now, let's discuss the weather forecast, which is significantly impacting holiday travel.
Intense rain is causing flooding across Southern California,
with a high risk of excessive rainfall continuing through Wednesday.
Additionally, moderate to heavy snow is falling over the Northeast and the Sierra
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Nevada Mountains, complicating travel.
In the Northeast, snow and freezing rain are expected to impact major hubs including
New York City, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.
Travel delays and slick roads are likely through Christmas Eve,
although conditions are expected to improve by Christmas Day.
Residents in affected areas should monitor weather updates and prepare for possible
flooding and power outages.
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Finally, there is ongoing potential for protests and civil unrest nationwide.
Several events are scheduled today and in the coming days, including rallies
and vigils in cities such as Burbank, Minneapolis, Albany, and several locations.
In California and New York.
Members are advised to maintain high situational awareness, especially at public
events, know their exits, and report any suspicious activity to authorities
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and through RISAC communication channels.
Today's weather summary, expect heavy rainfall and flash flooding in Southern
California continuing through Friday, along with strong winds.
The Northeast and New England will see snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches,
particularly in main and mountainous regions.
Areas near Interstate 95 will see lighter snow. Rain and freezing rain are possible
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over Pennsylvania and the Great Lakes.
Travel will be challenging in these regions. Please take necessary precautions.
Looking ahead to events, there are no Ready Corps or American Contingency 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.
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