New Year’s Party Turns Deadly as Fire Engulfs Alpine Bar

Authorities investigate the cause of a devastating tragedy.

At least 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured after a fire ripped through a packed bar during New Year’s celebrations in a ski resort town in the Swiss Alps. The venue was crowded with locals and tourists when flames spread rapidly, leaving little time to escape.

Investigators say the speed of the fire may be linked to overcrowding and flammable interior materials. Witnesses described scenes of panic as smoke filled the building within minutes.

Officials are now reviewing safety regulations for nightlife venues in tourist areas. Fire safety experts warn that this tragedy could prompt stricter controls across European ski resorts, as authorities work to prevent similar disasters in the future.