An 8-acre grass fire on the south side of Cherry Creek State Park on Thursday afternoon likely was sparked by a hot bullet from a nearby shooting range, according to fire investigators.
Update – The fire is 100% contained at 8 acres. No structures damaged and no injuries. Investigators are on scene working to determine the cause. Thank you to and Fire Dept. for mutual aid assistance and Rangers for all your help.
— South Metro Fire Rescue (@SouthMetroPIO)
No one was injured and no structures were destroyed in the fire, which has been 100% contained, according to South Metro Fire Rescue.
The Family Shooting Center, a full service , is operated at the park.
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