The department received a report of an illegal burn at the mansion and upon its response, the full structure was involved and personnel were unable to perform an offense attack. The Chico Fire Department,

Bidwell Mansion, the home of John and Annie Bidwell that has stood as the iconic symbol of our town for 160 years, has been destroyed by fire.

Chico's 156-year-old Bidwell Mansion, a Victorian landmark, was destroyed in a fire during renovations. An investigation is ongoing.