A SpaceX rocket undergoing testing at the company’s Starbase facility in Texas exploded late Wednesday, creating a large fireball but causing no injuries, the company confirmed.
The explosion occurred around 11 p.m. during preparations for the Starship vehicle’s tenth test flight. SpaceX described the incident as a “major anomaly” while the rocket was still on the test stand.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), SpaceX assured that all personnel were safe and that a designated safety perimeter had been maintained throughout the operation.
The company emphasized there was no risk to nearby communities and urged the public not to approach the area. SpaceX also said it is coordinating with local authorities in response to the incident.