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The families of teenagers unaccounted for after a devastating blaze at a bar in a Switzerland's winter destination are enduring an agonising period of uncertainty for official news and appealing for information about their loved ones online.

The blaze devastated 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. Verified images show the ceiling being engulfed in flames as beverages with fireworks are raised in celebration.

Authorities have indicated that it could take considerable time to formally name the fatalities of the tragedy, which resulted in the death of numerous partygoers and hurt another scores more. Authorities noted on Friday that the majority of the injured have been accounted for, with efforts continuing to identify the final individuals.

In the interim, families and friends have been posting on the internet to request any news about their missing relatives who were at the bar that night.

Desperate Searches for the Unaccounted For

The whereabouts of Swiss national Arthur Brodard, 16, are currently unknown, according to an heartfelt request from his mother.

The who lives of Lutry near the city, informed a publication that she had returned to the city to see if he was in the medical facility, while his other parent did the same in Bern, but could not find him.

"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 friends had been discovered with injuries covering a significant portion of their bodies. "It's indescribable; they experienced an absolute nightmare."

The Italy's government has indicated that a number of of its citizens have not been located.

Included in that group is Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old junior golfer, originally from Italy but now living in Dubai.

The national sporting body has said that he is deceased, without directly referencing the fire, honoring a "young athlete who represented passion and true sportsmanship."

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

Other Missing Individuals

Giovanni Tamburi, 16, is also unaccounted for. His mother said that he had been on vacation but had ventured out with a group and ended up at the bar.

"A companion informed me they ran away after the fire erupted and that he had his mobile with him, but then at a specific moment he they were separated," she said, adding he had been wearing a distinctive piece of jewelry.

One of his educators commented, "He was known for his good nature and positive demeanor, combined with great maturity. Every time ask if help out."

Alice Kallergis, who holds both Swiss and Greek citizenship but lives permanently in the country, was also present on New Year's Eve, according to sources.

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

Officials from her country of origin say they are continuing to monitor the developments.