Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms, shared insights into his personal and professional life. His willingness to be open has sparked public curiosity, particularly about his rumoured construction of a “nuclear bunker” on his ranch in Hawaii.
In an interview with Emily Chang on “The Circuit,” Zuckerberg was asked if the bunker was indicative of some privileged knowledge about future calamities. Zuckerberg responded, clarifying that the facility is a safety measure akin to a basement or hurricane shelter.
“It’s like a basement. You might call it a hurricane shelter,” Zuckerberg explained. “I think the idea of it being some doomsday bunker was blown out of proportion. That’s just not true.”
Mark Zuckerberg Clarifies Reports About His Bunker in Hawaii: "That's Just Like a Little Shelter" https://t.co/URkR1y47mf
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Zuckerberg responded after considerable speculation that his bunker suggested preparations for catastrophic events. This speculation was fueled by his enhanced public visibility and participation in various outdoor activities, contrasting with his previously more private demeanour.
While hurricanes are uncommon in Hawaii, they are not unheard of. Zuckerberg, known for his substantial wealth and commitment to family safety, emphasized that the bunker is a precautionary measure designed to provide safety during severe storms.
Despite his straightforward explanation, some may harbour conspiracy theories about the bunker’s purpose. However, Zuckerberg’s recent candidness aims to quell such speculations and present the bunker as a prudent safety measure.