Swiss ski resort fire: Investigators believe sparkling flares in wine bottles ignited fatal fire

About 40 people died in Crans-Montana bar fire, with investigators saying it could take days to identify all victims

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026 - 17:43

Angela Giuffrida, Jon Henley and AP Reporters

Swiss investigators believe sparkling flares in Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a ski resort when they came too close to a crowded bar’s ceiling.

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