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.
Fire Crews Prevent Wildfire Spread in Normanton
Firefighters called to Normanton successfully contained a large hay bale fire from spreading at Elm Farm in Normanton
Police Appeal After Indecency Incident in Whitwick
Leicestershire Police are appealing for the public's help to identify a man they wish to speak to following a report of indecency at premises in Whitwick earlier this year.
Jeremy Monga leaves Leicester City to complete £10m Manchester City transfer
Leicester City youngster Jeremy Monga has completed a permanent move to Manchester City in a deal worth £10 million plus add-ons,
Hinckley's Mayor Birthday Zip Line Challenge for Charity
Hinckley Mayor is taking on a zip line over a quarry in Wales to raise money for her charities. she is genuinely terrified of heights, this will be a real challenge,
East Midlands Railway urges essential travel only
East Midlands Railway is advising customers to travel only if essential for the rest of the week, as high temperatures are expected to impact rail services across the region.
Fish dead after Bradgate Park pollution leak
The Environment Agency says it is investigating the pollution incident at Bradgate Park.
Man from Hinckley jailed for child sex offences
A man from Hinckley has been jailed for 32 months after admitting child sexual offences.
River closed at Bradgate Park due to sewage leak
Visitors to Bradgate Park are being urged to avoid the river after pollution caused by a burst sewage pipe contaminated the water.
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