During the fire the city was in a state of anarchy. 4219 buildings, including 2000 dwellings, were destroyed. One-fifth of the population was made homeless, and 100 persons lost their lives. The total loss amounted to £7,000,000. After the fire, contributions from all Germany came in to help to rebuild the city.
1861. Glarus (Switzerland), 500 houses burned.
Northern Europe
1530. Aalborg, almost entirely destroyed.
1541. Aarhuus, almost entirely destroyed, and again in 1556.
1624. Opslo, nearly destroyed. Christiania was built on the site.
1702. Bergen, greater part of the town destroyed.
1728. Copenhagen, nearly destroyed. 1650 houses burned, 77 streets.
1794. Copenhagen, royal palace with contents burned.