A photo going viral on social media appears to show people holding sparklers inside the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana shortly before the deadly New Year fire. The image has been widely shared online amid claims about what may have triggered the blaze. News18 could not independently verify the authenticity of the photo. (IMAGE: X/@visegrad24)  - Algorithmically enhanced image
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News1802-01-2026, 10:23

Swiss Bar Fire: Ceiling Foam, Sparklers Eyed as Triggers; 47 Dead, Investigation Ongoing

  • A deadly New Year's fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed 47 people and injured over 100.
  • Social media posts suggest ceiling soundproofing foam or sparklers on a champagne bottle near a low ceiling as possible triggers.
  • Swiss authorities have not confirmed these claims; the official investigation focuses on a 'flashover' for rapid fire spread.
  • Investigators are also examining fire safety compliance, including ceiling materials, insulation, and available exits.
  • Victim identification is challenging due to severe burns, with many international nationals among the casualties.

Why It Matters: Deadly Swiss bar fire kills 47; social media points to foam/sparklers, officials probe flashover.

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