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The relatives of young people unaccounted for after a tragic blaze at a bar in a Switzerland's ski resort are confronting an painful wait for confirmed information and requesting information about their loved ones via social media.

The fire engulfed the Le Constellation bar in Cans-Montana, located in the Swiss Alps of south-west Switzerland, in the early hours of the first day of the year. Circulated footage show the ceiling catching alight as beverages with sparklers are held aloft.

Officials have indicated that it could take considerable time to identify the those who perished of the disaster, which killed four dozen individuals and wounded another 119. A spokesperson stated on the latest update that 113 of the injured have been accounted for, with the process continuing to name the remaining few.

In the waiting period, relatives have been using online platforms to plead for any news about their loved ones who were present at the venue that fateful night.

Appeals for the Unaccounted For

The whereabouts of teenager from Switzerland Arthur Brodard, 16, are currently unknown, according to an heartfelt request from his family.

The resident of Lutry near Lausanne, told a publication that she had gone back to Lausanne to see if he was in the hospital, while his father did the equivalent search in Bern, but was unsuccessful.

"This is a living nightmare, a nightmare. Either I find my son in the morgue, or I find him in a serious state. It's horrific," she said.

She explained that some of his companions had been discovered with injuries covering a significant portion of their bodies. "There are no words; they experienced an absolute nightmare."

The Italian government has indicated that a number of of its young people are still unaccounted for.

Among them is Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old promising athlete, originally from Italy but now living in Dubai.

The national sporting body has stated that he is dead, without directly referencing the tragedy, paying tribute to a "talented young man who carried with him dedication and true sportsmanship."

His parent, reportedly stated that his son was at the bar and was last in contact around the new year. An official spokesperson has indicated that a formal confirmation of his death is awaited.

Additional Missing Individuals

Giovanni Tamburi, 16, is likewise unaccounted for. His parent said that he had been on holiday but had gone out with a group and ended up at the bar.

"A companion said they ran away after the fire erupted and that he had his mobile with him, but then at a certain point he they were separated," she explained, adding he had been wearing a identifiable piece of jewelry.

One of his educators said, "I remember his kindness and smile, alongside great responsibility. Every time ask if help out."

Alice Kallergis, who holds both Swiss and Greek citizenship but lives full-time in Switzerland, was also present on that night, according to sources.

Her sibling has published an appeal online, saying the relatives has had "no news" regarding the teenager or the three friends she was with, who are also reported missing.

Consular authorities from her other nation say they are closely watching the developments.