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.
Meet Hinckley's new Mayor
Councillor Cathie Gibbens takes over from Councillor Richard Flemming.
Brothers tried to dupe Leicesteshire Police to avoid jail
Two brothers who spent years fabricating lies to prevent justice in a child sex offence case have been jailed - thanks to the persistence of a Leicestershire detective.
Sir David Attenborough is 100
A new sculpture was unveiled at Beacon Hill Country Park in Leicestershire to mark Sir David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday.
Should the school summer holidays in Leicestershire change?
Parents are being asked whether we should have a shorter summer holiday to allow for a two-week half term in October.
Maternity mental health support
Health visitors in Leicestershire are encouraging parents of babies and toddlers to ‘take time to talk’ and reach out for support during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.
Mallory Mile returns to Mallory Park Circuit
The ever popular Mallory Mile returns on 6th June 2025 at Mallory Park Circuit
People urged to get their covid jab in the next two weeks ahead of restrictions lifting in England
Health bosses in Leicestershire are encouraging people to get the jab so you can 'get back to what you enjoy.'
How to get your Covid vaccine if you're over 18
All adults are now eligible to book.
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