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During the night of June 18, at around 11 p.m. CT, SpaceX’s Starship faced an unexpected setback during preparations for its tenth flight test. The incident occurred while the spacecraft was on a test stand at Starbase, triggering a significant anomaly.
Despite the explosion, the safety of all personnel involved in the operation was ensured, with no reported injuries. The Starbase team is currently engaged in securing the test site and the adjacent area in collaboration with local authorities to address any potential risks. Residents in nearby communities are not in danger, and it is advised that the area be avoided until safety operations are completed.