Switzerland Resort Blast Kills 40, Injures 100+; New Year Joy Turns to Mourning

• A massive explosion rocked Crans-Montana, Switzerland's luxury ski resort, on New Year's morning around 1:30 AM during celebrations.
• The blast resulted in 40 fatalities and over 100 injuries, turning New Year festivities into a tragedy.
• Swiss police and emergency services are investigating the cause, which remains unknown, with the area cordoned off.
• The incident occurred in Crans-Montana, a renowned high-end resort in Valais Canton, famous for skiing and luxury tourism.
• A fire was observed in a bar within the resort, leading to speculation about the origin of the explosion.

Why It Matters: Deadly New Year blast at Switzerland's Crans-Montana resort leaves 40 dead, cause unknown.