June 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM Updated: [EXCLUSIVE: Become a News 6 Insider (it’s FREE) | PINIT! Share your photos] The explosion resulted in the total loss of Starship and damage to the immediate area surrounding the test stand, as well as the ignition of several fires at the test site. (The test sire) remains clear of personnel and will be assessed once it has been determined to be safe to approach. Individuals should not attempt to approach the area while safing operations continue. As is the case before any test, a safety zone was established around the test site and was maintained throughout the operation. There are no reported injuries, and all personnel are safe and accounted for. There are no hazards to the surrounding communities in the Rio Grande Valley. Previous independent tests conducted on materials inside Starship, including toxicity analyses, confirm they pose no chemical, biological, or toxicological risks. SpaceX is coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies, as appropriate, on matters concerning environmental and safety impacts. SpaceX