Families shocked Swiss ski bar was not inspected for years before deadly fire
Summary
A fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, led to the deaths of 40 people and injuries to 116 others. Families are upset because the bar had not been inspected for safety in five years, even though it should have been checked every year. Two people who managed the bar are being investigated by the authorities.Key Facts
- The fire occurred at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana on New Year's Eve.
- The fire reportedly started when sparklers attached to champagne bottles ignited the ceiling’s soundproof foam.
- The two managers, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, are under criminal investigation for negligence-related charges.
- The bar had not received a safety inspection for five years, despite regulations requiring annual checks.
- The mayor of Crans-Montana admitted this oversight and pledged to ban sparklers in local venues.
- Forty people died, and 116 others were injured, many with severe burns.
- Among the victims, eight were under the age of 16.
- Funerals for some victims have been conducted, with families expressing shock and grief.
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