A group of residents and environmental advocates in Shelby County, Tennessee, has called on SpaceX to move its operations away from the Memphis aquifer, citing potential risks to the region's water supply. The coalition, which includes scientists and local officials, submitted a petition to the Federal Aviation Administration this week, requesting stricter oversight of SpaceX's activities near the aquifer. 'We need to ensure that rocket fuel and other materials aren't contaminating our drinking water,' said Sarah Mitchell, a member of the group. The Memphis aquifer serves over 1.3 million people in the area, according to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. SpaceX has not yet responded to the petition. The company operates a launch site in Boca Chica, Texas, but has no facilities in Tennessee. The group's concerns come as SpaceX expands its presence across the U.S., with multiple launch sites under development. Environmental testing of the aquifer is ongoing, but no contamination has been detected so far. Local lawmakers are considering legislation that would require companies to conduct additional environmental reviews before starting operations near critical water sources. The issue has sparked debate in Tennessee, with some residents supporting the group's efforts and others arguing that SpaceX's presence could boost the local economy.