Switzerland ski resort explosion updates: Multiple New Year revellers killed after enormous hearth rips by means of Crans-Montana bar

At least 10 people have been killed and 10 others injured after an explosion at a luxury ski resort in Switzerland.

The blast occurred at around 1.30am local time (12.30am GMT) in the Constellation Bar in the Alpine town of Crans-Montana.

The tragedy unfolded as revellers welcomed in the New Year at the bar, which is popular with tourists.

Images published by local media show a building engulfed in flames and emergency services nearby.

There are reports the blast may have been caused by fireworks – however police say this is yet to be confirmed.

More than 100 people were inside the building at the time, according to Swiss radio station Rhone FM.

Hello and welcome to our live coverage after a devastating fire broke out at a luxury ski resort in Switzerland.

Swiss officials say there are ‘several dead’ although authorities are yet to confirm the number of fatalities following a blaze in the Constellation Bar in the Alpine town of Crans-Montana.

The fire broke out at 1:30am local time (12:30am GMT) as people celebrated the start of 2026.

We will bring you the latest updates on this developing story.