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BBC News
08-07-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Disposable barbecue caused large Croft Hill grassland fire
A discarded disposable barbecue was believed to be the cause of a large grassland fire in Leicestershire, a fire investigation crews worked through the night to bring the wildfire under control at Croft Hill at about 20:15 BST on 3 Fire and Rescue Service said an area of about 2,000 sq m had been destroyed and urged people to "remain vigilant and practice fire safety" outdoors during warm and dry fire service added: "With further nice weather expected, we understand the temptation to enjoy cooked food outdoors, but please consider packing a picnic instead."
BBC News
24-06-2025
- BBC News
Arson suspected after Loughborough warehouse destroyed in fire
Investigators suspect a large fire at a warehouse in Loughborough was started partially-disused industrial unit in Great Central Road was badly damaged in a blaze in the early hours of Fire and Rescue Service has examined the remains of the property and said it believed the fire was set Police had earlier confirmed it was treating the fire as suspicious and was working with the fire service on the investigation.
BBC News
23-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Warehouse roof destroyed by huge fire in Loughborough
A warehouse in Loughborough has been badly damaged in a large crews were sent to tackle the blaze at the single-storey industrial unit in Great Central Road at about 03:00 BST on Sunday, according to Leicestershire Fire and Rescue wearing breathing equipment entered the partially-disused building to tackle the flames while they were doused from an aerial roof of the building was destroyed with parts of the rest of the property badly damaged, a fire service spokesperson added. National Grid and gas network operator Cadent were also called to isolate supplies to the crews remained at the scene throughout Sunday to ensure hotspots did not reignite. The cause of the fire has not yet been revealed.
BBC News
10-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Major Leicester road shut as fire breaks out at four homes
Multiple crews have been called to a fire involving four homes in a residential street in Fire and Rescue Service was called to the blaze in Stuart Street at about 12:29 BST on Tuesday, with eight crews currently at the Road South has been closed while emergency services attend, Leicestershire Police fire service said the blaze was in the roof space of the four properties. Residents have been urged to keep their windows and doors closed due to smoke.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Warning after parked cars delay fire engine
Motorists in Leicestershire are being urged to park responsibly after a fire engine got stuck driving down a narrow street. Emergency services and the council were in Leicester speaking to people about parking issues when firefighters were delayed because cars were blocking the street. East Leicester Police said vehicles were parked on both sides of the road and delayed the fire engine by "a few minutes". In a warning to drivers, the force said a short delay "can mean the difference between life and death". A post by East Leicester Police on Facebook added: "We urge all drivers to think carefully about where they park. "Blocking roads or parking irresponsibly can stop emergency vehicles like fire engines from getting through – and that delay could cost lives. "When cars are parked on corners, narrow streets, or too close together, it becomes very difficult for fire engines to pass. "In an emergency, every second counts. If the fire service cannot get to a fire quickly, the delay can be deadly." Follow BBC Leicester on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. CCTV to target illegal parking in bus stop Enforcement action on cars blocking narrow streets New spaces created to ease estate parking pressure Leicestershire Police Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
