SpaceX Starship Rocket Erupts in Massive Fireball During Test in Texas
19 June
A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded late Wednesday night during a routine test at the company’s Starbase facility in Texas, creating a dramatic fireball that lit up the sky.The explosion occurred around 11 p.m. and was captured live on a SpaceX livestream. In the video, a bright flash can be seen erupting from the top of Starship 36 before the screen is overwhelmed by the intensity of the blast.Following the explosion, a large fire broke out at the site, burning for nearly two hours. Debris was scattered throughout the area surrounding the test stand.SpaceX confirmed that the rocket “experienced a major anomaly” while it was being prepared for its 10th flight test.