Le Constellation bar

Le Constellation bar was a popular establishment in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, Switzerland. It is now the site of a major tragedy. On New Year's Eve, a fire ripped through the bar, which was packed with mainly teenagers and young adults celebrating the holiday. Initial investigations suggest that sparklers attached to champagne bottles may have ignited the blaze. The fire resulted in 41 deaths and 115 injuries, making it one of Switzerland's worst disasters in modern history. The latest victim, an 18-year-old Swiss national, died in hospital a month after the incident. Swiss authorities have announced a solidarity payout for the victims and their families. The bar's managers, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, are under criminal investigation. A makeshift memorial for the victims also caught fire, likely sparked by candles. The event has plunged Crans-Montana into grief, with mourners attending memorial services. The incident highlights the potential dangers of celebratory pyrotechnics in crowded spaces.