SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported

The SpaceX Starship sits on the launch pad forward of its sixth flight take a look at from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, on November 17, 2024. A SpaceX Starship exploded throughout a “routine” take a look at late June 18 in Texas, native regulation enforcement mentioned, including that no injuries had been reported and an investigation into the trigger was underway.
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A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas exploded Wednesday (June 18, 2025) night time, sending a dramatic fireball excessive into the sky.

The firm mentioned the Starship “experienced a major anomaly” at about 11 p.m. whereas on the take a look at stand making ready for the tenth flight take a look at at Starbase, SpaceX’s launch website on the southern tip of Texas.

“A safety clear area around the site was maintained throughout the operation and all personnel are safe and accounted for,” SpaceX mentioned in a press release on the social platform X.

CEO Elon Musk’s SpaceX mentioned there have been no hazards to close by communities. It requested folks to not attempt to method the location.

The firm mentioned it’s working with native officers to reply to the explosion.