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At Least 10 Dead, Many Injured in Swiss Ski Resort Explosion

Published January 1, 2026, 09:07
At Least 10 Dead, Many Injured in Swiss Ski Resort Explosion

A tragedy struck the ski resort of Crans-Montana in Switzerland, with an explosion at a bar resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people and injuries to many others. The incident occurred around 01:30 AM (local time) at Le Constellation bar, during New Year's celebrations, with over 100 people present. The explosion caused a fire, which was later brought under control. Authorities are investigating the possibility that fireworks caused the fire, but no official statement has been made regarding the cause of the explosion. Crans-Montana is a popular ski resort that will host major sporting events soon.