Uploaded March 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The in-depth story of the deadly 1999 Mont Blanc Tunnel Fire.

In the middle of a quiet Wednesday morning, the 11-kilometer / 7 miles tunnel linking the French town of Chamonix and the Italian town of Courmayeur burst into flames. Within minutes, a truck fire spread through the tunnel, creating a deadly trap for everyone inside. A total of 39 people died from the intense heat and dense toxic smog.

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youtu.be/fqJchNebX4U by Europe Truck Driving
youtu.be/Nen2Nvu-kRE by CostasAthan's Onboard Videos (youtube.com/user/CostasAthan)

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