Switzerland: Dozens killed in bar fire in Alps resort

At least 40 people died and over 100 others were injured, police say, after a fire tore through a bar during New Year's celebrations. Switzerland's president has said most of the victims were young.

• A fire broke out during a New Year's Eve party in a bar that is popular with tourists and young people
• Around 40 people have died and 115 have been injured, Swiss police say
• Swiss President Guy Parmelin says most of the victims were young people
• Officials have ruled out an attack, but it is not clear how the fire started
• The accident occurred in Crans-Montana, an upscale ski resort in the Swiss Alps

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For the latest developments regarding the fire at La Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, you can follow Friday's updates here.

Below, you can review news about the deadly fire in Crans-Montana from Thursday, January 1, 2026: