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Swiss resort inferno: Dozens killed in New Year blaze

An explosion and fire tore through Le Constellation bar in Crans‑Montana during New Year celebrations leaving dozens dead and about 100 injured as Swiss authorities launch a major emergency response and probe the cause

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40 - Estimated number killed in the Crans‑Montana New Year bar explosion

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Fire rips through Crans‑Montana bar: Dozens killed

A massive explosion and subsequent inferno ripped through a packed New Year’s Eve bar in the Crans‑Montana ski resort. Authorities declared a major emergency as dozens were killed and roughly 100 people were wounded while investigators probe the cause.

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