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.
Have your say on plans to cut numbers of councils
People across Leicestershire are being encouraged to take part in a Government consultation on plans to reorganise local councils.
Queen's Park illuminations event goes ahead!
After being cancelled on friday night due to the awful weather conditions, families were treated to some free entertainment and illuminations in Queen's Park on Saturday and Sunday.
Charnwood Local Budget
Councillors will consider a proposal to increase the Charnwood element of council tax by less than the maximum amount at a meeting next week.
Children's Mental Health Week
Local services across the Midlands are supporting Children’s Mental Health Week.
Can you help shape local dementia services?
People living with dementia — and those caring for someone with the condition — are being invited to share their experiences to help shape future support services in Leicestershire.
Queens Park illuminations in Loughborough
Queens Park Illuminations with Entertainment is going ahead on Saturday and Sunday
Teen who stole nine cars jailed
A teenager from Leicester who stole nine cars from homes across Leicestershire has been jailed.
Do you recognise these men?
Police want to speak to three men after two people were assaulted at Loughborough University Students' Union.
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