A lorry lost its wheel and tire which cased the fires.
The road was closed for a time between J22 Markfield Interchange (Leicester A50, Coalville A511) and J21a Kirby Muxloe Interchange (Leicester, Newark A46). It is now reopen.
Thankfully nobody was injured.
Crews from Coalville and Southern fire stations were sent to put out the fire.
Body of a man found in water at Stoney Cove
The site was closed off when officers carried out their enquiries.
Beaumanor Hall temporary closed due to public safety risk
The main building at Beaumanor Hall is the only area affected by the structural issues.
Eight men jailed after police operation uncovered drug dealing gangs
Eight men were sentenced at court to a total of more than 60 years’ imprisonment.
Police carrying out a search of Stoney Cove
The site has been closed off.
Witnesses to robbery in Hinckley asked to come forward
Some people chased the man and retrieved the pushbike.
Air Ambulance called after collision on M1
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Cyclist in a serious condition after crash with van
A cyclist is in a serious condition in hospital after being involved in a collision with a van in Hinckley.
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