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What happened with the Swiss bar fire?

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A fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana kills dozens and injures around 100, with many suffering serious burns. The incident occurs at 1:30 a.m., believed accidental, and involves foreign nationals. Authorities respond with helicopters, ambulances, and set up a helpline for families.

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Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

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  • Fire broke out at Le Constellation bar at 1:30 a.m. 14s
  • Dozens killed, around 100 seriously injured in the incident 42s
  • Some victims are foreign nationals; helpline opened for relatives 26s
  • Authorities imposed a no-fly zone and deployed helicopters, ambulances 1m 8s
  • Officials working to return victims' bodies to their families 1m 16s

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Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar
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6 hours ago
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

A fire broke out at 1:30 a.m. at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, resulting in dozens of fatalities and around 100 serious injuries. The cause is believed accidental, but investigations continue.

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar
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Reuters
6 hours ago
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

Some victims are foreign nationals, and a helpline has been opened for relatives.

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar
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Reuters
6 hours ago
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

Around 100 people were seriously injured, many treated for burns, according to the canton police chief.

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar
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Reuters
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Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

A no-fly zone was imposed, and authorities deployed 10 helicopters and 40 ambulances in response.

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar
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6 hours ago
Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire in Swiss ski resort bar

Authorities are working to return victims' bodies to their families.

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