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'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news

'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news

Summary

A fire broke out at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana on New Year’s Day, killing 40 people and injuring 119. Swiss authorities are working to identify victims, and families are searching for missing teenagers by reaching out on social media. Among those missing are teens from Switzerland, Italy, and other countries.

Key Facts

  • A fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, occurred on New Year’s Day.
  • The fire resulted in 40 deaths and 119 injuries.
  • Swiss authorities stated that identifying victims could take days or weeks.
  • Families are using social media to search for missing teenagers.
  • 16-year-old Swiss Arthur Brodard and Italian Emanuele Galeppini are among the missing.
  • Italian authorities have not confirmed Galeppini's death, despite a tribute from the Italian Golf Federation.
  • Several international authorities, including Greek consular officials, are monitoring the situation.
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