"The blaze ripped through the packed bar, Le Constellation, early on Thursday in Crans-Montana, one of the top-ranked ski destinations in Europe, which lies about 25 miles (40km) north-west of Zermatt. Swiss police believe about 40 people died. The victims are believed to come from several countries. The Swiss president, Guy Parmelin, said many of them were young people with projects, hopes and dreams."
"The fire raged through Le Constellation at about 1.30am (0030 GMT) as revellers in the packed bar were ringing in the new year. The party was in full swing music and champagne flowing freely, a local resident told 24 heures, a Lausanne newspaper. Ambulances were parked outside the bar hours later and broken windows could be seen while the ground floor of the bar was strewn with abandoned shoes. Local media described a smell of burning still in the air."
A fire broke out at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations, ripping through the packed venue at about 1.30am. Swiss police believe about 40 people died and around 115 were injured, many seriously. Victims are believed to come from several countries and many suffered severe burns that delayed identification. Investigators found no indication of terrorism or arson. Authorities are working to name victims and inform families, but officials warned the process will take time. Witnesses described people breaking windows, running and screaming as flames spread and ambulances arrived.
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