California State Parks officials announced cleanup has begun at Chico's Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park following the damaging arson fire that sparked on December 11, 2024. This crucial phase involves clearing fire-damaged debris around the historic mansion. the cleanup will not involve any demolition or debris removal from inside the historic mansion. Officials say the process is expected to last about three weeks. Officials stated the future of the historic park remains uncertain. However, the cleanup will pave the way for structural and cultural assessments needed for planning its recovery.