SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes in Texas

June 20, 2025

In Texas, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded. It ignited right on the ground half an hour after fueling, and the firefighters who arrived at the scene battled the flames for several hours. There were no injuries, and the cause of the explosion is described as a 'serious anomaly.' The exact issue is still being investigated, and the damage is being assessed. If the site has sustained significant damage, tests of the spacecraft, which Elon Musk plans to send to Mars as early as 2026, could be delayed by several months. 'Just a scratch,' Elon Musk jokingly commented.