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‘Everyone Is in Shock’: Swiss Town Grieves as More Fire Victims Are Identified

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Ségolène Le Stradic, Aurelien Breeden and Sergey PonomarevJanuary 4, 2026 at 02:47 PM
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Crans-Montana, a Swiss ski resort, is in mourning following a devastating New Year's Day fire at Le Constellation bar that killed at least 40 people and injured 119. The victims included many young adults and teenagers; 24 have been identified, including a 14-year-old girl. The community held a commemorative Mass on Sunday, with church bells ringing across the town. Residents are struggling to cope with the tragedy, described as one of Switzerland's worst disasters. One survivor, a 20-year-old man, is recovering from severe burns and grappling with the trauma.

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Sion 40% Le Constellation bar 50% Danielo Janjic ×470% Switzerland ×280% Crans-Montana ×490%

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New York Times - World
Political Lean
Center-Left (-0.30)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
Classification Confidence
90%
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Crans-Montana

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