[tacticalogic]

I imagine that the data center is self contained like a nuclear sub and can last a long time without refueling.

The sub, yes. The crew, not so much.

[blackdog]

A few well placed bags of concrete mix down the right man-hole covers will back-up a lot more than data. Punch a few holes in the bags before you drop them down so the moisture gets in and cures the cement.

[Chickensoup]

The sub, yes. The crew, not so much.

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Utah did not pass a law that the employees cannot leave the center.

[bert]

It is my understanding that water will be cut off. The center can’t function without water

[Morpheus2009]

Especially when you consider the psychology of being locked up in the same confined space for weeks, months, or even years... It tends to have an effect on the mental health of a person, even if their food, water, and sanitation is taken care of.

[Clump]

Also, that data center can’t contain the data or keep it running without diverting millions of gallons of water a day from a nearby river to keep it cool.