Dordrecht Experiences Massive Fire Disaster

A catastrophic fire engulfed Dordrecht, devastating the city and leaving significant destruction in its wake. The blaze reportedly began in a residential area and quickly spread, fueled by wooden buildings common at the time. By the end of the day, numerous homes, shops, and vital infrastructures such as the church were heavily damaged or completely destroyed. The response to the fire showcased the challenges of firefighting in the medieval period, where limited resources and capabilities hindered efforts to contain such disasters.