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SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Debris Crashes in Poland

2/25/2025

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A Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage spiraled out of control and crashed over Europe, following a propellant leak, SpaceX revealed. After its February 1 launch from California, debris rained down in Poland on February 19. SpaceX is actively coordinating recovery efforts, confirming no hazardous materials were involved, while a local farmer who discovered wreckage seeks compensation.

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A Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage spiraled out of control and crashed over Europe, following a propellant leak, SpaceX revealed. After its February 1 launch from California, debris rained down in Poland on February 19. SpaceX is actively coordinating recovery efforts, confirming no hazardous materials were involved, while a local farmer who discovered wreckage seeks compensation.