CUSTER COUNTY — A small fire burning near Westcliffe is now 100% contained, according to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS).
USFS says the fire, which has been named the Jones Gulch Fire, is located 11 and a half miles southeast of Westcliffe.
They say the fire was first reported just before 1:30 p.m. Friday. According to USFS, the fire was caused by lightning.
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Many unhappy with CDOT's proposed Highway 24 and Judge Orr Road change to roundabout
Big changes are on the way to the Judge Orr Road and US Highway 24 intersection in Peyton.
Many unhappy with CDOT's proposed Highway 24 and Judge Orr Road change to roundabout
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