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Valais Approves CHF 10,000 Emergency Payments After Crans-Montana Nightclub Fire

The Swiss government will assess assistance gaps by late February to determine any federal contribution.

Overview

  • The cantonal government authorized a one-off payment of 10,000 francs to each injured person and to families of the deceased or hospitalized.
  • Authorities will set up an independent foundation to manage private donations, with a dedicated account already opened for contributions.
  • The canton said these emergency funds will not cover costs that are legally the responsibility of the State of Valais.
  • Cantonal officials announced a forthcoming ban on pyrotechnic devices inside venues open to the public.
  • The Federal Council pledged adequate support for victims and signaled it would seek parliamentary funding if federal aid is needed, with any contributions supplementing insurers and cantonal measures.