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The relatives of teens lost after a devastating inferno at a establishment in a Switzerland's winter destination are enduring an agonising period of uncertainty for official news and pleading for any details about their loved ones via social media.

The fire engulfed the a popular bar in the alpine resort, located in the Alps of the Valais region, in the early hours of the first day of the year. Verified video depict the roof structure igniting as beverages with sparklers are held aloft.

Authorities have indicated that it could take days if not weeks to formally name the those who perished of the tragedy, which resulted in the death of four dozen individuals and hurt another 119. Officials noted on the latest update that the majority of the injured have been identified, with work ongoing to identify the final individuals.

In the meantime, families and friends have been using social media to appeal for any news about their missing relatives who were in attendance that fateful night.

Appeals for the Unaccounted For

The location of teenager from Switzerland Arthur Brodard, sixteen, are currently unknown, according to an appeal from his mother.

The resident of Lutry near Lausanne, informed a local newspaper that she had gone back to Lausanne to see if he was in the medical facility, while his father did the same in Bern, but could not find him.

"This is a living nightmare, an ordeal. The options are finding my son in the hospital mortuary, or I find him in critical condition. 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 went through hell."

The Italian foreign ministry has indicated that six of its young people have not been located.

One of those is Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old junior golfer, who hailed from Genoa but now living in the UAE.

The Italian Golf Federation has said that he is dead, without mentioning the fire, honoring a "young athlete who carried with him dedication and true sportsmanship."

His father, reportedly stated that his son was at the bar and was last in contact around the new year. An representative has stated that a formal confirmation of his death is awaited.

Other Cases

Giovanni Tamburi, sixteen, is likewise among the missing. His mother said that he had been on holiday but had gone out with friends and ended up at the venue.

"A close friend told me they escaped after the fire broke out and that he had his mobile with him, but then at a certain point he couldn't see him anymore," she said, adding he had been wearing a identifiable piece of jewelry.

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

Alice Kallergis, who holds both Greek and Swiss citizenship but lives permanently in the country, was also present on New Year's Eve, according to sources.

Her brother has shared an appeal online, saying the family has had "no information" regarding the 15-year-old or the three friends she was with, who are also reported missing.

Officials from her country of origin say they are closely watching the developments.