The massive SpaceX Starship, the largest rocket ever built and designed by Elon Musk to eventually send humans to Mars, spiraled out of control shortly after launch. While no injuries or damage have been reported, images from residents of Caribbean Sea island nations revealed debris falling from the sky.

SpaceX confirmed that the Starship vehicle, the most powerful rocket ever built, experienced a “rapid unscheduled disassembly” shortly after launching from its Boca Chica, Texas site. The company reported losing contact with the uncrewed rocket during its ascent and issued an official statement acknowledging the failure.

Standing at 123 meters (403 feet), the spacecraft was intended to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere over the Indian Ocean after completing a roughly one-hour mission. The Super Heavy booster, responsible for launching the rocket, successfully separated and returned to the launch site.

SpaceX reported that several of the rocket’s engines failed before the explosion. Although the exact cause is still under investigation, the company emphasized that flight data will be thoroughly analyzed to enhance future performance and reliability.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed temporary flight delays at several airports in Florida, including Miami and Orlando, due to a “space launch incident” involving the Starship rocket. The delays were a precautionary measure in response to concerns about falling debris.

Residents across the Caribbean, including those who shared videos on social media, captured fiery fragments descending from the sky. Local authorities in the Turks and Caicos Islands confirmed they were collaborating with SpaceX and U.S. officials to monitor and address the potential risks of debris impact.

The Bahamian government also received reports of citizens seeking shelter amid warnings of falling debris.

SpaceX clarified that the debris from the explosion was anticipated to fall within a designated area and that the vehicle did not carry hazardous materials. The company also shared contact details for those who might come across spacecraft remnants.

Officials said that the test was uncrewed, and there have been no reports of injuries or damage on the ground. Nevertheless, aviation regulators and safety teams are staying on high alert as a precaution.