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THE ultra-rich are building apocalypse-proof bunkers with White House-style medical suites, go-kart tracks and mammoth movie theatres. Al Corbi, the founder of US-based firm SAFE, has been designing and building "unmatched protection" for 50 years. 9 One of Al Corbi's bunker designs for the ultra-wealthy Credit: Supplied 9 A design of a bunker medical suite that SAFE say is in increasing demand Credit: Supplied 9 This is the key thing wealthy bunker builders always want Credit: Supplied 9 A decontamination chamber in case of apocalyptic disaster Credit: Supplied 9 Al Corbi with his wife Naomi - the luxury bunker builders Credit: Supplied Mr Corbi told The Sun the mega-wealthy have been installing nuclear bunkers for decades - ever since the Cold War days.

But recently, he says, there's been a surge in demand for presidential health and wellness suites that complement huge entertainment spaces. They are being designed to ensure people can maintain their health during an apocalyptic event - keeping them well and entertained for as long as 30 years. Al explained the logic behind the medical suites, saying: "Think about it, you can have this $100million (£75million) bunker, but it would be useless if you're bleeding out, or something is happening to you.



" He added that tools for longevity within the bunker were key, given there wouldn't be a great deal of help outside in an event such as a nuclear catastrophe. He said: "Let's assume the worst. Nuclear holocaust.

Zip, everything's gone. "You can come out pretty quick, but what are you coming out to? "So that is your new home, at least for the..

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