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Crans-Montana Bar Explosion During New Year’s Celebrations Leaves Multiple Dead and Injured

Investigators have not determined a cause.

Overview

  • The blast struck around 1:30 a.m. at the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana.
  • Valais cantonal police spokesperson Gaëtan Lathon reported multiple injuries and deaths, with at least two fatalities reported by Blick citing police.
  • Initial findings indicate one or more explosions of unknown origin that were followed by a major fire.
  • Emergency crews, including Air-Glaciers helicopters, were deployed overnight to support rescue operations.
  • Authorities opened a family helpline at 0848 112 117 and scheduled a news conference for 10:00 local time.