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Tragedy in Crans Montana: "Waiter on colleague's shoulders lit fire to bar ceiling with sparkler"

Published January 1, 2026, 13:19
Tragedy in Crans Montana: "Waiter on colleague's shoulders lit fire to bar ceiling with sparkler"

A deadly explosion and fire at Le Constellation bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans Montana has resulted in approximately 40 deaths and dozens of injuries. The incident occurred in the early hours of New Year's Day while the bar was crowded with revelers. According to testimonies, the fire started when a waiter, dancing on a colleague's shoulders, lit a sparkler too close to the ceiling. The fire spread rapidly, causing panic and a crush as people attempted to escape the bar, with only one narrow staircase available. Authorities are investigating the cause of the tragedy.