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Cran-Montana Fire: Death Toll Rises, 15-Year-Old Greek Girl Missing

Published January 2, 2026, 11:26
Cran-Montana Fire: Death Toll Rises, 15-Year-Old Greek Girl Missing

A race against time is underway to locate 15-year-old Alice Kallergis, who is missing after the devastating fire at the “Le Constellation” bar in Cran-Montana, Switzerland. Alice was at the bar with friends on New Year's Eve, and her family is appealing for information through social media. Three of her friends are also missing. The death toll from the fire has risen to 47, according to the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Five of the victims have not yet been identified due to the severity of the burns. This number is higher than previous figures released by Swiss authorities. In addition, 10 Italian citizens have been taken to hospitals, and 5-6 people remain missing. Swiss officials warn that the death toll may rise, as around 100 people are in critical condition. Investigations and the process of identifying the victims are difficult due to the extent of the damage and the severity of the injuries. The authorities have mobilized all available resources to identify the victims and return the bodies to their families, but estimate that the process will take several more days. The tragedy has caused shock and grief in Switzerland and around the world.