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Fatal Explosion at Swiss Ski Resort Crans-Montana

Published January 1, 2026, 07:16
Fatal Explosion at Swiss Ski Resort Crans-Montana

An explosion occurred at a bar in Crans-Montana, a well-known ski resort in Switzerland, resulting in deaths and injuries, police announced today. "An explosion of unknown origin occurred," Gaétan Laton, a spokesperson for the Valais canton police, told AFP. "There are many injured and many dead." The explosion took place around 01:30 am (02:30 Greek time) at the Le Constellation bar, which is popular with tourists, during New Year's celebrations. Images broadcast by Swiss media show a burning building and rescue teams at the scene. Crans-Montana is a luxury ski resort in the heart of the Swiss Alps, approximately two hours from Bern.