A brush fire caused by a lightning strike broke out Friday afternoon in Castle Rock.
The fire erupted at about 3 p.m. in the area of Founders Parkway and Saddleback Drive, according to the Castle Rock Fire Department.
Units on scene assisting Castle Rock Fire with approx 3 acre fire off Founders Pkwy. All media inquiries should go to
— South Metro Fire Rescue (@SouthMetroPIO)
South Metro Fire Rescue aided in fighting the fire, which was about three acres just before 4 p.m., fire officials said.
The fire, in the Terrain neighborhood of northeast Castle Rock, was about one-half mile from homes and was not considered to be threatening any residences. Residents in the area were notified of the fire. Parts of Founders Parkway were temporarily closed and a detour is in place.
