Coronavirus: Light show looks to bring hope in Switzerland

Swiss authorities are lighting up one of their most famed landmarks to show solidarity

Published: March 27, 2020 15:23 Compiled by Nathaniel Lacsina, Digital Content Producer

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Local officials in the nearby town of Zermatt have authorized light artist Gerry Hofstetter to splash the Alpine peak each night with words and images of encouragement and inspiration. Image Credit: AP

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Restaurants, bars, shops, ski lifts and tourist trains in Zermatt and across Switzerland have been closed as officials join an international effort to clamp down on the COVID-19 outbreak. Image Credit: AP

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Images on the snow-capped summit have shown a heart, the Swiss flag, the words "Hope'' and "#stayhome" and other messages. Image Credit: AP

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Switzerland as of Thursday morning had counted over 10,700 cases of coronavirus, with 161 deaths, putting Switzerland among the hardest-hit countries in Europe. Image Credit: AP

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