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.
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Open top bus parade being held to celebrate Foxes win
The Championship trophy is set to be presented at the season finale with Blackburn Rovers at King Power Stadium on Saturday.
Marks and Spencer announce closure of Leicester store
The clothing shop says it is investing in the Fosse Park store.
NHS says help is available this Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week
The local NHS says that around one in four women are affected by perinatal mental illness during pregnancy or within the first year after birth
Foxes manager nominated for award
His team has been promoted to the Premier League for next season.
Young traders can sign up for new Loughborough KickStart Market
Alongside market stalls on the day there will be a range of food outlets and entertainment in the town such as music performances.
Leicester City have won the Championship title
On Saturday, Leicester City will be presented with the Championship trophy at full-time and the club says that further details on the celebrations will be confirmed in due course.
Local NHS urge people to check medication ahead of May bank holiday
GP practices and many community pharmacies will be closed on the May bank holiday.
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