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Confetti Cannon Explosion on Swiss Carnival Float Injures 11 in Le Châble

Prosecutors have opened an inquiry into the blast's cause.

Overview

  • Police in the canton of Valais said the injured were treated at the scene and transported to multiple hospitals.
  • One person sustained serious injuries, according to police statements reported by Swiss media.
  • The blast occurred on a float equipped with a confetti cannon during a Fastnacht parade in the village of Le Châble.
  • Swiss media report that police currently suspect an air compressor linked to the cannon may have exploded, a cause not yet officially confirmed.
  • Emergency services used ambulances and helicopters for evacuations, with four helicopters reported deployed.