Explosion Reported on Site as SpaceX Prepares Starship for Another Launch

SpaceX saw an apparent explosion during a water deluge system test at its Starship launch pad.

The system shut down, but drone footage suggested the damage may be limited.

The incident could affect the timing of Starship’s 12th test flight.

It also underscores the risks SpaceX faces as it works to qualify Starship for future NASA lunar missions.