Explosion and Fire in Swiss Ski Resort Kill at Least Two

Explosion and Fire in Swiss Ski Resort Kill at Least Two
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An explosion followed by a fire tore through an establishment in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana on New Year’s Eve, killing at least two people and injuring dozens, some seriously, Anadolu Agency reported. The incident occurred shortly after midnight during New Year celebrations, though the exact cause of the blast remains under investigation.

Authorities said the two-story venue was hosting over 100 people at the time, and the fire broke out around 1:30 a.m. local time (0030 GMT). Emergency services, including cantonal and municipal police, firefighters, medical teams, and rescue helicopters, were deployed to the scene. A helpline has been established for families seeking information about those present during the incident.

Valais cantonal police spokesperson Gaetan Lathion confirmed the fatalities but said exact numbers remain unclear. Social media reports suggesting pyrotechnics may have triggered the fire have not been verified. A press conference is scheduled Thursday at 10 a.m. local time to provide further details.