Israeli teen Charlotte Niddam confirmed dead in New Year's fire at Swiss ski resort
The Times of Israel••general
Key Points:
- Charlotte Niddam, a 15-year-old Israeli girl with British and French citizenship, has been confirmed dead in the deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort, with her body identified by Israeli emergency services organization ZAKA.
- The fire at the Constellation bar, likely caused by "fountain candle" sparklers near the low ceiling covered in soundproofing foam, killed more than 40 people, including several teenagers as young as 14.
- Authorities are continuing to identify victims and treat over 119 injured individuals, many with severe burns, transferred to hospitals across Europe.
- Two bar managers face charges of involuntary homicide and causing bodily harm, while investigations are ongoing into the legality of the spar
