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.
Tips to remain shut due to demand
The temporary closures at four recycling and household waste sites in Leicestershire have been extended until further notice.
Rail disruption due to heatwave
East Midlands Railway has announced temporary timetable changes because of the high temperatures expected across the region
Woman dies after A42 crash
A woman has died after a crash on the A42 in Leicestershire.
Do you know this man?
Police investigating an act of indecency at a music festival in Leicestershire have released an image of a man they wish to identify in connection with the incident.
New path improves access to beauty spot
A path leading to the Outwoods has been transformed thanks to a full-scale resurfacing project.
45 medals for Loughborough athletes at Commonwealth Games
Loughborough University-linked athletes have closed out the 2026 Commonwealth Games having won a mammoth 45 medals.
taxi driver praised for preventing further fraud loss
Quick thinking taxi driver praised for preventing further fraud loss
New aviary coming to Loughborough’s Queen’s Park
New aviary coming to Loughborough’s Queen’s Park
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