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The loved ones of teenagers lost after a devastating blaze at a venue in a Switzerland's ski resort are facing an excruciating period of uncertainty for confirmed information and requesting information about their family members via social media.

The fire engulfed the Le Constellation bar in the alpine resort, located in the mountains of south-west Switzerland, in the small hours of New Year's Day. Circulated images show the ceiling catching alight as beverages with sparklers are raised in celebration.

Authorities have stated that it could take considerable time to formally name the fatalities of the fire, which killed numerous partygoers and wounded another 119. Authorities said on Friday that the majority of the those hurt have been accounted for, with work continuing to locate the other six.

In the waiting period, families and friends have been using social media to appeal for any news about their loved ones who were present at the venue that night.

Heartbreaking Pleas for the Unaccounted For

The fate of Swiss national Arthur Brodard, a teenager, are currently unknown, according to an heartfelt request from his parent.

The who lives of Lutry near the city, explained to a publication that she had returned to Lausanne to check whether he was in the medical facility, while his father did the same in Bern, but could not find him.

"It feels like a terrible dream, an ordeal. The options are finding my son in the hospital mortuary, or I find him in intensive care. It's terrible," she said.

She continued that some of his peers had been found with injuries covering a significant portion of their bodies. "It's unspeakable; they endured a terrifying ordeal."

The Italy's government has indicated that six of its nationals are still unaccounted for.

Among them is Emanuele Galeppini, a teenage junior golfer, originally from Genoa but now residing in Dubai.

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

His father, is quoted as saying that his son was at the bar and was last in contact around midnight. An representative has indicated that a formal confirmation of his death is awaited.

Further Missing Individuals

Giovanni Tamburi, sixteen, 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 close friend told me they ran away after the fire started and that he had his phone with him, but then at a specific moment he they were separated," she explained, adding he had been wearing a identifiable piece of jewelry.

One of his educators stated, "He was known for his kindness and positive demeanor, combined with great maturity. He would frequently ask if help out."

Alice Kallergis, who holds dual Greek and Swiss nationality but lives permanently in the country, was also at the bar on that night, according to reports.

Her sibling has posted an urgent request on social media, saying the family has had "no updates" regarding the 15-year-old or the three friends she was with, who are also reported missing.

Officials from her other nation say they are continuing to monitor the developments.