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Approximately 40 Dead in Crans Montana Explosion, Says Italian Foreign Ministry

Published January 1, 2026, 13:03
Approximately 40 Dead in Crans Montana Explosion, Says Italian Foreign Ministry

An explosion at a bar in the ski resort of Crans Montana, Switzerland, during New Year's celebrations, is estimated to have caused the death of around 40 people and injured 100, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry. The fire was not caused by arson, but by an explosion of unknown origin. The victims cannot be immediately identified due to the severity of their burns. Authorities have mobilized helicopters and ambulances to transport the injured to hospitals, as intensive care units are full.