The explosive test of SpaceX's upgraded Starship rocket caused a significant incident over the Bahamas, releasing debris that impacted air travel and startled residents across the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Officials are investigating the incident, with the FAA already in contact with SpaceX to assess potential damage caused by falling debris and the associated public safety risks.
Residents described the event as terrifying, noting intense ground shaking and loud booming noises, indicating that the explosion had both a physical and psychological impact on the local community.
Seismic data revealed that debris from the explosion was breaking the sound barrier, producing rumbling noises that were mistaken for an earthquake by those on the islands.
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