Dozens presumed dead, 100 injured in Swiss bar fire
Dozens of people were killed and 100 injured, most of them seriously, after fire tore through a crowded bar during a New Year's Eve party in the upscale Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, officials said.
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort bar
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland >> Dozens of people were killed and an estimated 100 injured, most of them seriously, after ​fire tore through a crowded bar during a ‌New Year’s Eve party in the upscale Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, officials said today.
Deadly explosion hits Swiss ski resort bar
Emergency services have been responding overnight after a powerful blast tore through a crowded bar in the Alpine resort of Crans-Montana as New Year celebrations were under way.
Several killed in explosion at Swiss Ski Resort Bar
The blast occurred at around 1:30 am local time at the Le Constellation bar, where New Year’s Eve celebrations were under way. The cause of the explosion has not yet been determined, reports BBC
Swiss ski resort fire claims 40 lives
• Deadly blaze: About 40 people were killed and around 115 others injured in a fire at a New Year’s party in a Swiss ski resort bar, according to police. It will take days to identify all the victims, officials said. • Alpine haven: One of Switzerland’s most exclusive locales, Crans-Montana is known for sweeping vistas stretching from the Matterhorn to Mont Blanc. • Investigation underway: Officials are treating the tragedy as a fire, not a terror attack, a prosecutor said. • Scenes of panic: Video from outside the Le Constellation bar shows panic in the crowd as the blaze broke out. Two witnesses told CNN affiliate BFMTV that the deadly fire was caused by sparklers placed in champagne bottles, but officials say it will take time to determine the cause.
Explosion at Swiss ski resort bar leaves multiple dead
A tragic incident happened on the first day of the New Year as several people were killed after an explosion and fire in a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana early this morning, January 1,...
What we know about deadly New Year's fire at Swiss ski resort
A fire in the early hours of New Year's Day has left about a hundred people injured - many of them seriously - while dozens are presumed dead. The blaze broke out at Le Constellation, a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. Here's everything we know so far.
Several people killed in explosion in bar
Several people were killed and others injured after a fire broke out in a bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana in southwestern Switzerland, Swiss...
Several dozen dead after explosion hits Swiss ski resort bar
Emergency services have been responding overnight after a powerful blast tore through a crowded bar in the Alpine resort of Crans-Montana as New Year celebrations were underway.
Several Feared Dead as Bar Explosion Rocks Swiss Ski Resort
 Geneva [Switzerland], Jan 1: A powerful explosion triggered a fire at a bar in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana early Thursday, leaving several people dead and dozens injured, with hospitals overwhelmed by burn victims, Swiss media reported. The blast occurred around 1:30 am at a crowded bar, with more than 100 people inside […]
'Several dozen' believed killed in fire at Swiss ski resort New Year bash
The authorities said that they were mobilising resources as quickly as possible to identify the victims.
'Several dozen' believed killed in fire at Swiss ski resort New Year bash
The authorities said that they were mobilising resources as quickly as possible to identify the victims.
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Witnesses to Swiss resort bar fire recount what they saw
<body><p>STORY: :: Crans-Montana, Switzerland</p><p>:: January 1, 2026</p><p>:: Witnesses describe the scene as a fire tore through a crowded bar during a New Year's Eve party in Crans-Montana</p><p>:: Samuel Rapp, Eyewitness</p><p>"There were people screaming, and then people lying on the ground, probably dead. They had jackets over their faces—well, that’s what I saw, nothing more. Then I received videos where people were trying to get out, but they were trampling over each other, so it was hard to get out through the exit. And there were people shouting, saying 'help me, please help us.' So yeah."</p><p>:: Dominic Dubois, Eyewitness</p><p>"I had just come back from my friend's place. We were actually going to go to the bar.</p><p>REPORTER ASKING: "Oh, you were going to go to Le Constellation?</p><p>"Or the one above. But we were on the way there when we saw what happened."</p><p>REPORTER ASKING: "And the place was on fire when you came?"</p><p>"Yes it was, You could see the orange, the orange, yellow, red."</p><p>Dozens…
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A powerful explosion hit the upscale Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana, killing several people and triggering emergency response operations.
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A ‘fire of undetermined origin’ broke out in a bar popular with tourists.
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An Unidentified speaker reports on a tragic incident in Switzerland where New Year's Eve celebrations turned deadly. At least 40 people were killed when an explosion ripped through a bar in the Swiss Alpine resort town of Kranz in Montana. The blast occurred while tourists were visiting the town to welcome 2026. Swiss police have launched an investigation and are examining all angles, including the possibility of a terrorist attack.
Dozens dead, around 100 injured in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s party
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CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, during a New Year’s celebration in a Swiss Alpine bar, police said Thursday. Authorities did not immediately have an exact count of the deceased. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below. CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) […]
About 40 people dead and 115 injured in fire at Swiss Alpine bar during New Year’s celebration
About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, during a New Year’s celebration in a Swiss Alpine bar, police said.
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An explosive fire broke out during a New Year’s Eve celebration at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps, killing multiple people and injuring others, according to Swiss police.
Dozens feared dead in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebrations
An explosive fire broke out during a New Year’s Eve celebration at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps, killing multiple people and injuring others, according to Swiss police.
Dozens presumed dead, about 100 injured in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year's celebration
Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 injured, most of them seriously, following a fire at a bar in a Swiss Alps resort town during a New Year’s celebration, police said Thursday. “Several tens of people” were killed at the bar, Le Constellation, Valais Canton police commander Frédéric Gisler said during a…
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CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 injured, most of them seriously, following a fire at a bar in a Swiss Alps resort town during a New Year’s celebration, police said Thursday. “Several tens of people” were killed at the bar, Le Constellation, Valais Canton police commander Frédéric Gisler […]
Dozens presumed dead and about 100 injured in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebration
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 injured, most of them seriously, following a fire at a bar in a Swiss Alps resort town during a New Year’s celebration, police said Thursday. “Several tens of people” were killed at the bar, Le Constellation, Valais Canton police commander Frédéric Gisler […]
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Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. A late-night explosion sparked a deadly fire at a bar in Switzerland, killing and injuring several people. Over 100 patrons were inside at the time, hospitals were overwhelmed with burn victims, and authorities launched an investigation as emergency crews rushed to the scene. World News | Swiss Bar Explosion Leaves Several Dead, Dozens Injured in Crans-Montana.
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Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Thursday stated that around 40 people have died and 100 others have been injured in a non-arson fire at the "Le Constellation" bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, citing information provided by the Valais Cantonal Police. World News | Around 40 Dead, 100 Injured in Swiss Bar Fire in Crans-Montana, Says Italian MFA.
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Swiss authorities confirmed Thursday that a devastating fire and explosion at a bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana was not an act of terrorism. The incident occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day at "Le Constellation," where over 100 patrons were celebrating. 🌎 Switzerland New Year 2026 Tragedy: 40 Dead in Crans-Montana Bar Fire and Explosion, Swiss Police Rule Out 'Terror Attack'.
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