# Emergency events
Snowfall paralyses transport in the Netherlands for the second day in a row
Heavy snowfall in the Netherlands has caused large-scale transport disruptions. Buses are stopped in Utrecht, trains are almost non-existent near Amsterdam, and about 400 flights have been cancelled in Schiphol.
All those killed in the fire in the bar of the Crans Montana resort have been identified in Switzerland
Swiss police have identified all 40 people who died in a fire at a bar in the Crans Montana resort. Investigators are checking the owners of the establishment and possible fire safety violations.
Switzerland declares a national day of mourning for the victims of the Crans-Montana fire
The Swiss government has declared 9 January a national day of mourning for the victims of the fire in a bar in the resort of Crans-Montana. Bells will ring and a minute's silence will be observed across the country.
Private company's optical cable damaged in the Baltic Sea near Liepaja
An optical cable, which has been in operation since 1995, was damaged near Liepaja, Latvia, in the Baltic Sea. The incident did not affect communications in Latvia, and the police are investigating possible deliberate damage.
Left-wing radicals claim responsibility for sabotage that caused large-scale power outage in Berlin
In Berlin, about 45,000 households were left without electricity due to sabotage by the left-wing extremist group Vulkan. Some areas have been reconnected, and full restoration is expected by 8 January.
Mass protests in Iran: at least 12 dead and large-scale internet restrictions
Nationwide protests continue in Iran over the economic crisis. According to official reports, at least 12 people have been killed, and the authorities have reduced internet traffic by a third.
Technical failure paralyses air traffic in Greece
On 4 January, departures and landings at Greek airports were suspended due to problems with radio frequencies. Flights were diverted to other countries, and the airspace was almost empty.
Switzerland identifies 24 victims of fire in Crans Montana resort
Following the fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans Montana, Swiss police have identified 24 of the 40 people who died. Many of the victims were minors, and the investigation is ongoing.
Power supply gradually restored in Berlin after cables were set on fire
Power was restored to 7,000 households and 150 businesses in the Lichterfelde district of Berlin after a sabotage, with full restoration expected by 8 January.
More than €100 million stolen during bank robbery in Germany
In Gelsenkirchen, more than 100 million euros were stolen from a Sparkasse branch during one of the largest robberies in German history.
Car explosion in Obolon district of Kyiv classified as terrorist attack
A car exploded in Kyiv's Obolon district. The incident has been classified as a terrorist attack. A serviceman was injured, the investigation is being conducted by the SBU and the Prosecutor's Office.
About 50,000 households lost power in Berlin due to suspected arson
About 50,000 households and more than 2,000 businesses in the southwestern districts of Berlin lost power. Police are investigating an alleged arson attack on a cable bridge, and the power supply is expected to be restored by 8 January.
