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.
New bus services roll out across Leicestershire
Changes start from today (Monday 2 June).
Baby boom at Twycross Zoo
Two Humboldt penguin chicks are currently thriving in their nest boxes.
Four in hospital after car hits pedestrians
A police investigation is underway after a car hit four people on De Montfort Street, Leicester, in the early hours of this morning (31st May).
Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2025-2035
Your views are needed for the Right of Way Improvement Plan 2025-2035
Garden Bin Subscriptions
Garden Waste bins are due for renewal
Single use vapes ban from 1st June 2025
Single use vapes to be banned from 1st June 2025
Pilot launched to help Coalville residents check lung cancer symptoms
A man who was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer through the X-Ray service has already started treatment.
Competitor dies at Donington Park
A man who was racing as part of the Vintage Sports Car Club’s event at Donington Park in Leicestershire has died.
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