On April 30, 1666, the Great Fire of London began and raged for three days, destroying much of the city. The fire started in a bakery on Pudding Lane and quickly spread due to the dry conditions and the densely packed timber buildings. Over 87,000 people were left homeless, and numerous iconic landmarks, including St. Pauls Cathedral, were destroyed. Despite the extensive destruction, only six people were recorded as having perished in the blaze, though the true death toll is unknown. The fire led to major urban planning and building code reforms in the city.