Chilling photo timeline shows ski bar fire starting and taking hold step-by-step

A selection of photos taken inside and outside Le Constellation show the progress the devastating fire made after it was seemingly ignited inside the Swiss ski resort bar by a flare

Multiple bottles with flares were seen being clutched by staff and partygoers before the fire broke out.(Image:X)

Incredible footage has captured the moment sparks caused flames in Le Constellation

People could be seen holding up their phones to record the moments leading up to the fire on New Year's Day.(Image:Tim Merry)

Photos taken at the event show what appears to be sparks leaping from sparklers and igniting flames on the ceiling of Le Constellation.(Image:X)