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The families of teens unaccounted for after a tragic blaze at a establishment in a Swiss alpine town are confronting an agonising period of uncertainty for answers and appealing for information about their family members via social media.

The fire engulfed the a popular bar in Cans-Montana, located in the mountains of south-west Switzerland, in the small hours of New Year's Day. Confirmed footage show the roof structure being engulfed in flames as bottles with fireworks are raised in celebration.

Authorities have stated that it could take an extended period to formally name the those who perished of the fire, which killed 40 people and injured another 119. Authorities stated on Friday that the majority of the injured have been accounted for, with efforts ongoing to name the remaining few.

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

Appeals for the Unaccounted For

The whereabouts of teenager from Switzerland Arthur Brodard, a teenager, are not yet determined, according to an heartfelt request from his mother.

The resident of a town near Lausanne, explained to a publication that she had returned to the city to see if he was in the hospital, while his father did the same in Bern, but did not locate him.

"I'm living a nightmare, an ordeal. Either I find my son in the hospital mortuary, or I find him in critical condition. It's horrific," she stated.

She added that some of his companions had been located with injuries covering a significant portion of their bodies. "It's indescribable; they experienced hell."

The Italy's foreign ministry has indicated that a number of of its nationals have not been located.

Among them is Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old junior golfer, originally from Genoa but now residing in Dubai.

The national sporting body has stated that he is no longer with us, without directly referencing the fire, paying tribute to a "talented young man who represented passion and true sportsmanship."

His father, is quoted as saying that his son was at the bar and was last in contact around the new year. An official spokesperson has clarified that a formal confirmation of his death is awaited.

Other Missing Individuals

Giovanni Tamburi, sixteen, is also unaccounted for. His parent explained that he had been on holiday but had gone out with friends and ended up at the bar.

"A close friend told me they ran away after the fire started and that he had his mobile with him, but then at a certain point 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, alongside great responsibility. Often ask if help out."

Alice Kallergis, who holds dual Swiss and Greek nationality but lives full-time in the country, was also at the bar on New Year's Eve, according to reports.

Her sibling has posted an urgent request online, saying the relatives has had "no information" regarding the 15-year-old or the group she was with, who are also unaccounted for.

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