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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