‘Doomsday Bunker’ under Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg’s Hawaii estate: Here’s what Meta CEO has to say – Times of India

Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook and current CEO of Meta, has recently addressed rumors about a supposed “Doomsday Bunker” beneath his $270 million estate in Hawaii. In an interview with Bloomberg, Zuckerberg clarified that the underground structure is not a high-tech survival shelter but rather “just a little shelter,” akin to a basement.
The rumors about the bunker surfaced after a report by WIRED detailed the massive construction project on Zuckerberg’s 1,400-acre property on the island of Kauai. The report claimed that the ranch, dubbed Koolau Ranch, would feature a 5,000-square-foot bunker, which is expected to be one of the most expensive in the world.
Zuckerberg emphasized that the primary goal of the ranch is to raise “world-class” cattle, fed on beer and macadamia nuts, to produce some of the highest quality beef globally. He also mentioned that the shelter is intended for practical purposes, such as a hurricane shelter or storage space.
Despite the lavish nature of the property, which includes two mansions, several elevators, offices, conference rooms, and an industrial-sized kitchen, Zuckerberg maintained that there are no ulterior motives or secretive bunkers involved.
Experts suggest that the speculation reflects a growing public fascination with billionaires’ survival preparations, especially in the context of climate change and global instability. While Zuckerberg has denied the bunker claims, the construction activities on his estate will likely continue to draw attention.