At least ten people were killed, and ten others injured after an explosion followed by fire at a Crans-Montana, Switzerland bar, Swiss police told Sky News.
An explosion of unknown origin, followed by a major fire, struck the popular bar and lounge Le Constellation (also referred to as Constellation Bar) around 1:30 a.m. local time. The venue was crowded with over 100 revelers (some reports suggest up to hundreds, given its capacity of around 400), ringing in the new year.
Swiss police confirmed multiple fatalities—described consistently as "several" dead—and numerous injuries, many serious (including severe burns that overwhelmed local hospitals). Some early reports mentioned at least 10 dead and 10 injured, though official figures were pending a press conference.
The area was immediately cordoned off, a no-fly zone imposed, and emergency services (including helicopters) deployed extensively. The cause remains under investigation, with speculation in some media about possible indoor fireworks during a concert, but authorities have stressed it is undetermined (no indications of foul play reported so far).