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.
Jamie Vardy leaving Leicester City
His final King Power Stadium appearance will be on Sunday 18 May.
Local pharmacy sold as owners retire
Owners of HMS Pharmacy in Loughborough have decided to retire after 25 years.
Changes to car parking at East Midlands Airport
There are changes coming for people dropping off passengers at East Midlands Airport from 1st May.
Can Loughborough Lightning go unbeaten all season?
Loughborough Lightning have clinched the FA Women's National League (FAWNL) Division One Midlands title and secured promotion to Tier 3 of women's football.
£1.9million recovered from fare dodgers
East Midlands Railway has recovered more than £1.9 million from fare dodgers travelling between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.
Fly 2793 miles from Castle Donington from next month
A new route will launch from East Midlands Airport in May, which will take passengers 2793 miles from the Midlands.
Beaumanor Hall temporary closed due to public safety risk
The main building at Beaumanor Hall is the only area affected by the structural issues.
Charnwood woman to light the beacon for 80th anniversary of VE Day
The beacon will be lit around 9.30 pm.
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Non stop music on your Saturday morning
When A Woman
Gabrielle
Stars
China Black
Rushmere
Mumford & Sons
Little Red Corvette
Prince