Smoke was seen coming from a train this afternoon.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue received a called at 13:49 today (Thursday 8th June) to reports of smoke coming from a diesel train in the station.
Two appliances from Loughborough and East Leake were sent, as well as a water carrier.
On arrival firefighters could see smoke coming from the train but no flames.
Further inspection showed a small fire had started under the train, and was put out by a hose jet.
Loughborough officers investigating assault on university campus
Two men were taken to hospital for treatment.
Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood become a National Nature Reserve
Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood is the 220th National Nature Reserve in England.
Council recognised nationally for its School Uniform Swap Shop Campaign
Due to its success, the campaign will be running again this summer.
Zoo pledges to reverse the decline of 15 threatened species
They will be reintroducing dormice into the local countryside to help conservation in the UK.
Britain’s 2023 world heptathlon champion competing in Loughborough
The reigning Commonwealth champion will compete in the 100m hurdles, shot put, and high jump.
East Midlands Airport customers urged to allow more travel time next month when Download festival is on
The three-day music festival takes place at Donington Park next to the airport from 14-16 June.
Loughborough retains seventh place in the UK Complete University Guide
Loughborough remains the highest-ranked university in the Midlands.
Gang based in East Midlands jailed for ATM raids causing over £1m in damage and losses
Most of those responsible were based in Leicestershire.
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