Park Fire Incident
Update: July 26, 2024
Upper Bidwell Park, East of Chico, California
The Park Fire, which started on July 24, 2024, continues to rage through Upper Bidwell Park in Butte and Tehama counties. The wildfire, which is believed to be caused by arson, has rapidly grown to 164,286 acres with zero containment as of this morning.
Current Situation statics –
4,200 structures threatened
134 structures destroyed
0 structures damaged
34 civilian injuries
13 firefighter injuries:
0 civilian fatalities & firefighter fatalities
The Park Fire is burning vigorously, particularly when it aligns with slopes and winds, leading to quick fire spread and spotting. A Red Flag Warning is in affect due to gusty winds and low humidity, exacerbating the fire conditions. The fire is consuming grass, brush, mixed timber, and dead vegetation.
Resources Deployed
Engines142
Water Tenders 17
Helicopters 6
Dozers 54
Hand Crews 45
Total Personnel 1,633
Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the state are flying fire suppression
Missions as conditions allow.
Neighborhood Church 2801 Notre Dame Blvd, Chico is the current evacuation center.
Animal Shelters are still located in Oroville, CA.
Small Animal Shelter, 2279 Del Oro, Oroville
Large Animal Shelter, Camelot Equestrian Park, 1985 Clark Road, Oroville
Road Closures updates include
State Route 32 at the junction with State Route 36 in Tehama County and at Bruce Road in Butte County
– Cohasset Rd. at Rock Creek, Upper Park Rd. at Wildwood
– Keefer & Hicks
– Hicks & Oasis
– Forks of the Butte Bridge
– 32 & Yosemite (Eastbound only)
– 99 & Meridian
– 32 & Upper Humboldt
and
– Meridian/Butte Tehama Line
Cooperating Agencies include
– Butte County Sheriff’s Office
– Tehama County Sheriff’s Office
– City of Chico Fire Department
– City of Chico Police Department
– California Highway Patrol
– Pacific Gas and Electric
– Bureau of Land Management
– California Department of Transportation
– California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
and
– Sierra Pacific Industries
The fire remains highly active and dangerous. Residents in affected areas are urged to follow evacuation orders and stay updated on the latest information from local authorities.
For more updates and images of this fire, visit the CAL FIRE incident Facebook page.
