Andorra PM Sends Condolences to Switzerland After Deadly Crans-Montana Ski Bar Fire
Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot expressed shock and solidarity following a New Year's Eve blaze at a Swiss ski resort bar that killed at.
Key Points
- Fire at Crans-Montana ski bar killed 40+ on New Year's Eve, caused by explosion before 1:45 a.m.
- Victims mostly young, deaths from burns; 115 injured in Valais canton.
- Xavier Espot posted condolences in Catalan/French to Swiss leaders and families.
- No Andorran nationals affected; cause under investigation.
Andorra's head of government, Xavier Espot, has expressed condolences to Switzerland following a deadly fire at a ski resort bar in Crans-Montana that killed at least 40 people.
The disaster struck shortly before 1:45 a.m. on New Year's Eve in a crowded venue next to the ski slopes in the Valais canton. An explosion ignited a blaze that spread rapidly through the wooden interior, trapping many revelers inside as they celebrated the new year. Most victims were young, with deaths primarily from burns. Officials have reported 115 injuries so far.
In posts on social media in Catalan and French, Espot conveyed the Andorran government's shock and sorrow over the "terrible fire" in Crans-Montana. He extended affection and solidarity to the victims' families, Swiss President Guy Parmelin, and the Swiss people.
Government sources confirmed no Andorran nationals or residents are known to be affected. The Foreign Ministry's traveler registry shows no alerts from anyone planning to visit the resort.
The incident has drawn widespread attention due to its severity during peak holiday festivities at the popular alpine destination. Swiss authorities continue to investigate the explosion's cause.
Original Sources
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