January 2, 2026
Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire
Investigators said Friday that they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles ignited a fatal fire at a Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year's Eve revelers.
TL;DR
- Investigators believe sparkling candles on Champagne bottles started a fatal fire.
- The fire occurred at a Swiss ski resort bar.
- The incident happened during New Year's Eve celebrations with many people in the bar.
- The candles are thought to have ignited after getting too close to the ceiling.
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