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People lay candles and flowers near the Le Constellation bar where a devastating fire left dead and injured during the New Year's celebrations in Crans-Montana, 1 January 2025

Video. Investigators work to identify victims of deadly Swiss Alps bar fire

Updated: 02/01/2026 - 11:00 GMT+1

It is not yet clear what set off the blaze at Le Constellation, killing at least 40 people and injuring about 115 others, many seriously. Authorities refused to speculate but have ruled out the possibility of an attack.

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