The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and officials from the Turks and Caicos Islands have launched probes into SpaceX's explosive Starship rocket test that sent debris streaking over the northern Caribbean and forced airlines to divert dozens of flights.

Officials in Turks and Caicos say some debris from the SpaceX rocket that broke apart just after liftoff has landed on the islands. No injuries were reported and there was only minimal damage.

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On6, 2025, in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, @GregMunch1 shared a video showing fiery debris falling from the sky after a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during its test flight. The video captures people watching in awe as the debris descends,

A family vacationing on Grand Turk Island captured spectacular footage of SpaceX debris streaking overhead, leaving a vivid smoke trail. The Starship, the world’s largest rocket, launched on a test flight but broke apart after a dramatic booster catch at the pad.