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MNN Global · January 1, 2026 · 1 min read

Around 40 dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire

What happened: A fire at the Le Constellation bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort, Switzerland, has killed around 40 people and injured about 100.

Why it matters:

  • The incident is one of the deadliest fires in a Swiss public venue in recent years.
  • Many victims and injured are tourists, affecting families and local emergency services.

MNN Take: The fire at a popular ski resort bar caused significant casualties, highlighting the risks of fire safety in crowded public spaces.

Sources: BBC World