A fire at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana in the early hours of New Year’s Day has left dozens presumed dead and around 100 injured, authorities said. The tragedy is the latest in a long history of deadly fires at nightclubs, bars, and music venues worldwide.

Recent years have seen devastating incidents, including a December 2025 fire at a Goa nightclub in India that killed 25, a March 2025 blaze at Pulse Club in North Macedonia that claimed 63 lives, and a 2024 fire at Istanbul’s Masquerade nightclub that killed 29 workers during renovations.

Past tragedies include the 2015 Colectiv nightclub fire in Romania (64 dead), the 2013 Kiss nightclub fire in Brazil (over 200 dead), and the 2000 Luoyang disco fire in China (309 dead). Many fires were triggered by indoor fireworks, flammable materials, or arson, often compounded by overcrowding and insufficient exits.

Some of the deadliest fires in history include the 1942 Cocoanut Grove fire in Boston, which killed 492, and the 1977 Beverly Hills Supper Club fire in Kentucky, which claimed 165 lives.

Experts say these disasters highlight the importance of strict fire safety regulations, proper exits, and public awareness to prevent future tragedies in crowded entertainment venues.