Summary
A fire broke out at The Station nightclub in Rhode Island in 2003 due to indoor pyrotechnics and foam panels, leading to 100 deaths. In 2026, a similar incident occurred at Le Constellation bar in Switzerland, causing 40 deaths. Both fires spread rapidly, giving people little time to escape.
Key Facts
- A fire at The Station nightclub in Rhode Island in 2003 killed 100 people.
- The blaze was caused by pyrotechnics igniting foam panels.
- A similar fire in 2026 at a bar in Switzerland killed 40 people.
- Both incidents involved rapid "flashover fires" due to the use of pyrotechnics and foam.
- Survivors from both tragedies experienced severe burn injuries.
- A fire expert believes non-fire-retardant foam contributed significantly to the fires' spread.
- These events highlight the dangers of using pyrotechnics indoors and the importance of fire safety.
