The Fallout from SpaceX's Starship Launch Failure.

SpaceX's Starship launch was a mixed success, with record-breaking thrust and a four-minute flight, but also multiple engine failures, no stage separation, and a dramatic explosion. The launch left debris and dust raining down on nearby towns, with an unquantified environmental impact. The fallout from the launch will require cleanup and repairs, and SpaceX will have to comply with environmental requirements. The FAA has grounded the rocket until the full public safety and environmental consequences are understood, but Elon Musk has said Starship will be ready to launch again in 1-2 months.