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.
£350,000 investment to improve Outwoods facilities
Charnwood Borough Council is investing £350,000 in improvements to the Outwoods near Loughborough, including refurbished toilets, car park upgrades and a new ranger hub. Work is due to begin on Monday, 12 October, with completion expected in early 2027.
Arrest in connection with Heather firearms incident
Arrest in connection with Heather firearms incident A man was arrested on Saturday (10 October) on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Bradgate Park coffee shop turns around food hygiene fortunes after fly problems plague premises
A coffee shop on the grounds of Bradgate Park has turned around its food hygiene fortunes after being given one of the worst ratings by inspectors.
Around 30 local groups to come together under one roof for Shepshed community open day
Around 30 local clubs, charities, community groups and organisations are set to come together under one roof in Shepshed next weekend for a free community open day.
Another HMO in Coalville could be given green light despite fears traffic and parking is an ‘absolute hazard’
A Leicestershire town could be getting another HMO as plans to convert a former hair salon could be given the go-ahead.
£195k funding boost to protect victims affected by prisoner early release scheme
An additional £195,000 of funding has been secured to strengthen vital support services for victims impacted by the Government’s early release scheme in Leicestershire.
Cheap Saturday bus travel this autumn
Leicestershire residents and visitors can enjoy free and discounted bus travel every Saturday until the end of December.
Large fire at Bruntingthorpe airfield
Fire crews have been tackling a large fire at Bruntingthorpe Airfield.
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