However, a devastating fire in 1694 destroyed much of the town and many buildings were rebuilt in the late-17th century and 18th-century style.

The mummified bee nests were trapped in the altarpiece during restoration work conducted in 1875, five years after a devastating fire damaged parts of the cathedral.

Over the long term, it would inevitably lead to soaring costs and, even more critically, increase the risk of a devastating fire or flood destroying the building and endangering lives.

More than 20 million has been spent on rooms for survivors and local residents since the devastating fire last summer.

Here are a few immediate measures that can reduce the risk of a devastating fire in your home.