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Here’s what to know about deadly fire at Swiss Alpine bar’s New Year celebration

January 3, 2026

A tragic fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year's celebrations resulted in around 40 fatalities and over 115 injuries. Investigators suspect that sparkling flares from champagne bottles ignited the blaze, exacerbated by promotional stunts involving flaming bottles that the bar had previously showcased.

Here’s what to know about deadly fire at Swiss Alpine bar’s New Year celebration

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The fire occurred at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana during New Year's celebrations.
Forty people were killed and over 115 were injured in the incident.
Investigators believe that sparklers atop champagne bottles ignited the fire.
Promotional videos showing flaming bottle stunts were released by the bar prior to the incident.
The fire broke out less than two hours after midnight on New Year's Day.

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Here’s what to know about deadly fire at Swiss Alpine bar’s New Year celebration

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