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Swiss Bar Fire Likely Caused By Sparklers, Authorities Say

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Ségolène Le Stradic, Aurelien Breeden and Thomas FullerJanuary 2, 2026 at 11:54 PM
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A deadly fire at the Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland on New Year's Day 2026 killed 40 people and critically injured dozens more. Swiss authorities believe the fire was likely caused by sparklers attached to Champagne bottles, which ignited the ceiling insulation. The basement bar, popular with young people, was crowded with revelers when the fire rapidly spread. Videos show people dancing as the fire started, with some attempting to extinguish the flames. The prosecutor general described the event as one of the deadliest fires in Swiss history, prompting a large-scale investigation.

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France 40% Italy 40% Valais canton 50% Beatrice Pilloud 50% Noa Bersier ×360% Crans-Montana ×270% Switzerland ×280% Constellation bar ×490%

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New York Times - World
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Center-Left (-0.30)
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90%
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Constellation bar

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