The Doom Boom

Second Doom Boom

The "second doom boom" marks a significant rise in bunker construction, fueled by a broad spectrum of modern anxieties. Bradley Garrett notes that unlike the Cold War era, today's fears encompass climate change, artificial intelligence, and viral outbreaks, prompting individuals to seek control over their immediate environments 1. This trend is evident in the thriving market for survival products, from freeze-dried foods to escape vehicles 1.

People are building private bunkers as they were in the cold war, but we're also building these massive communal bunkers for multiple families.

--- Bradley Garrett

The cultural shift towards preparedness is reflected in the increasing number of Americans actively engaging in prepping activities, such as stocking emergency kits 1.

   

Modern Bunker Types

Modern bunkers range from opulent luxury condos to more accessible communal spaces. Garrett describes the "Survival Condo," a converted missile silo offering high-end amenities like a gym and swimming pool, designed for the wealthy who prefer a turnkey solution to survival 2. In contrast, Xpoint, a former munitions storage complex, offers a more practical approach with semi-subterranean concrete igloos available for $25,000 3.

He was building this for people who actually didn't want to take any responsibility for their own preparations.

--- Bradley Garrett

These diverse bunker types reflect varying levels of preparedness and accessibility, catering to different segments of society 4.