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Sparklers near ceiling may have caused deadly Swiss New Year’s Day fire: experts
Description
January 2, 2026
In Switzerland, investigators say that sparklers held too close to the ceiling could have started the bar fire that killed 40 people early on New Year's Day and that the managers of the bar are among those who have been interviewed.
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Sparklers near ceiling may have caused deadly Swiss New Year’s Day fire: experts
Description
January 2, 2026
In Switzerland, investigators say that sparklers held too close to the ceiling could have started the bar fire that killed 40 people early on New Year's Day and that the managers of the bar are among those who have been interviewed.
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