Prague authorities will begin a wide-ranging round of fire safety inspections in nightlife venues this week, following a fatal blaze that broke out during New Year’s celebrations at a club in Switzerland. The checks will focus on places that attract large crowds after dark, including clubs, bars, music venues, discos and wine bars. Officials say the move is meant to prevent a similar tragedy in the Czech Republic. Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar said the inspections are a direct response to the Swiss incident and aim to ensure that safety rules are not only written on paper but followed in daily practice. “This is about prevention,” he said, adding that the goal is to make sure people can go out knowing basic safety standards are being met. The minister has tasked Fire and Rescue Service Director General Vladimír Vlček with overseeing the campaign. Over the coming months, fire officers will check whether venues are properly equipped with essential safety features such as fire extinguishers, clear escape routes and functioning alarm systems. Inspectors will also review whether staff are trained to respond in case of an emergency. The inspection programme is set to run from January 12 through August 31 and will... The post After Swiss Tragedy, Prague Orders Fire Safety Inspections of Nightlife Venues appeared first on Prague Morning .