A fire involving chicken coupes is thought to contain asebestos.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service were called at 17:30 to Whatton Road, Kegworth.
Two chicken coupes were destroyed by fire. Luckily, they were empty and not in use at the time.
The fire service said residents in the area are advised to close windows as there is believed to be a possibility of asbestos involved in fire at the incident.
Essential repair work taking place at Nuneaton Cemetery
Work is expected to be completed in time for Remembrance Day.
Appeal for information following serious collision in Kirby Muxloe
Enquiries to establish the circumstances of the collision are continuing.
M1 motorway closed following lorry fire
The M1 in Leicestershire is closed southbound between J21 (M69, Leicester) and J20 (Lutterworth.
Man charged in connection with indecent exposure in Nuneaton
He has been remanded in custody to appear before Coventry Magistrates Court on Friday, 31 October 2025.
New rules in place for bird keepers in Leicestershire
The Government has said these additional housing measures will help protect birds from bird flu.
£3m upgrade for Council’s passenger transport fleet
They have hit the road to help Leicestershire County Council deliver vital services.
Video technology sees faster treatment for stroke patients in Leicestershire
As of September 2025, 318 patients in Leicestershire have been assessed via video call.
East Midlands Airport Assisted Travel service wins national award
East Midlands Airport’s Assisted Travel service has grown in popularity, with numbers increasing by around 25% each year.
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