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The loved ones of teens unaccounted for after a tragic blaze at a venue in a Switzerland's winter destination are facing an painful wait for answers and pleading for information about their children publicly.

The blaze devastated the a popular bar in Cans-Montana, located in the Swiss Alps of the Valais region, in the early hours of January 1st. Confirmed video depict the ceiling igniting as beverages with sparklers are raised in celebration.

Officials have indicated that it could take considerable time to identify the victims of the fire, which killed 40 people and injured another over a hundred. Authorities stated on Friday that 113 of the those hurt have been identified, with the process still underway to identify the final individuals.

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

Appeals for the Unaccounted For

The location of teenager from Switzerland Arthur Brodard, 16, are not yet determined, according to an appeal from his mother.

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 hospital, while his father did the same in the capital, but did not locate him.

"This is a living nightmare, an ordeal. The options are finding my son in the morgue, or I find him in a serious state. Words cannot describe it," she stated.

She added that some of his companions had been discovered with burns covering a significant portion of their bodies. "It's unspeakable; they went through an absolute nightmare."

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

Included in that group is Emanuele Galeppini, a teenage junior golfer, who hailed from Italy but now residing in the UAE.

The Italian Golf Federation has said that he is deceased, without mentioning the tragedy, paying tribute to a "talented young man who represented passion and authentic values."

His father, told media that his son was at the bar and was last heard from around midnight. An representative has stated that a formal confirmation of his death is still pending.

Other Missing Individuals

Giovanni Tamburi, sixteen, is also unaccounted for. His mother told reporters that he had been on vacation but had gone out with friends and found himself at the bar.

"A companion said they fled 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 distinctive gold chain.

One of his educators commented, "I remember his kindness and smile, coupled with great maturity. Often ask if get me a coffee."

Alice Kallergis, who holds dual Greek and Swiss nationality but lives full-time in the country, was also present on that night, according to media.

Her sibling has shared an appeal online, saying the family has had "no information" regarding the teenager or the group she was with, who are also reported missing.

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