‘Explosion’ noises heard in Huntsville area are rocket engine hotfire tests, officials say

The rumble you will hear today, Monday, January 5 2026 is the sound of rocket engine hotfire testing. Hotfire testing — a ...

Why today’s booms from Redstone Arsenal could be even louder than normal

Redstone Arsenal is conducting separate tests today that could create louder-than-normal noise levels. A range in the ...
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Redstone Arsenal alerts area residents about more 'booms' this week

Officials said the noise -- though louder than other tests -- comes from planned operations and will continue through later ...