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Swiss bar that caught fire had not been inspected since 2019

Le Constellation bar had not been inspected since 2019

This content was published on Jan 6, 2026 The last inspection of the fire-ravaged Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana took place in 2019.

Financial aid to support victims and their families

Crans-Montana fire victims and their families will receive financial support

This content was published on Jan 6, 2026 The Valais cantonal government announced the proposed measure but the details have yet to be worked out.

Planned relaxation of fire safety regulations in Switzerland is postponed.

Relaxation of fire safety rules by Swiss insurers put on hold

This content was published on Jan 6, 2026 The relaxation of Swiss fire safety rules planned as part of a total revision of the existing regulations has been put on ice.

Epiphany leaves Switzerland shivering from the cold

Switzerland experiences lowest temperatures of the winter

This content was published on Jan 6, 2026 Tuesday night was the coldest night of the winter in Switzerland so far with temperatures of -10°C in the lowlands.

Ansa: Mattarella travels to Switzerland for Crans Montanta memorial day

Italy’s president expected at memorial ceremony for Crans-Montana fire victims

This content was published on Jan 6, 2026 Sergio Mattarella is expected to attend the memorial ceremony for the victims of the Crans-Montana fire in on Friday.