Severe explosion at New Year's celebration in Switzerland! There are many casualties.

Severe explosion at New Year's celebration in Switzerland! There are many casualties.

02.01.2026 14:08

A violent explosion occurred during the New Year's celebration at a nightclub in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana. According to reports in the Swiss press, initial findings indicate that 40 people have died and more than 100 have been injured in the explosion.

An explosion occurred at a recreational venue in the Crans-Montana ski resort in Switzerland. According to the first statement from the Swiss police, dozens of people lost their lives in the explosion, and there were also serious injuries.

NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION TURNED BLOODY

The explosion took place at a recreational venue in the Crans-Montana ski resort. According to reports from the Swiss press, Le Nouvelliste; initial findings indicate that 40 people lost their lives in the explosion, and more than 100 people were injured.

The Swiss press reported that around 1:30 AM local time, there was a violent explosion in the nightclub, followed by a fire. It was shared that rescue teams arrived at the scene, and helicopters and numerous ambulances were dispatched to the location.

COULD BE FIREWORKS RELATED

While there has not yet been an official statement regarding the cause of the explosion, initial information suggests that it may have originated from fireworks or pyrotechnic materials used during the concert.

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