unknown
January 1, 2026
Hundreds injured, dozens feared dead after fire at Swiss ski resort New Year's Eve celebration
A fire at a popular ski resort bar in the Swiss Alps has left around 100 people injured, and several dozen feared dead.
TL;DR
- A fire broke out at Le Constellation bar in Cans-Montana, Switzerland, during a New Year's celebration.
- Around 100 people were injured, many seriously, and several dozen are feared dead.
- Emergency services from across Switzerland provided aid and transported victims to hospitals.
- The cause of the fire is under investigation, with an attack ruled out.
- Witnesses suggested sparklers in champagne bottles may have caused the fire, but this is not officially confirmed.
- Victims are believed to be from several countries.
- International leaders, including the U.S. Embassy and French President Emmanuel Macron, have sent condolences.
Continue reading the original article