Historic Bidwell Mansion in Chico, closed for restoration, damaged by suspected arson fire.

The Bidwell Mansion in Chico, California, suffered significant damage in a fire suspected to be arson. The historic site, which was closed for restoration and set to reopen in spring 2025, had no sprinkler system when the fire broke out on December 11th. California State Parks officials are investigating, though no leads have been found yet. Crews have been working to remove damaged sections to assist the investigation.

December 17, 2024
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