Explosion Valais State Council declares special situation due to Crans-Montana

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1.1.2026 - 10:29

The area around the affected bar is cordoned off.
The area around the affected bar is cordoned off.
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The Valais State Council has declared a special situation due to the explosion in Crans-Montana. The aim is to mobilize all the necessary resources as quickly as possible and without delay, according to a press release.

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The special situation will apply from 9 a.m. on Thursday, the State Council added. The operation is still ongoing.

The authorities called on the population to strictly adhere to the instructions of the emergency services and not to enter the affected area.

The State Council expressed its "great solidarity" with those affected and sent its thoughts to the victims, their families and all others affected.