Man Died Following Hucknall Lorry Fire

A 54-year-old man has sadly died following a lorry fire on Saturday night (26 July 2025) on Watnall Road in Hucknall.

Firefighters from Hucknall, Stockhill, Eastwood and Arnold Fire Stations were mobilised to the incident just after 11pm following several 999 calls to our joint fire control from members of the public.

Group Manager, Dan Palmer, said: "I would like to send my sincere condolences to the gentleman's family and friends, on behalf of everyone at Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue service.   

"Thank you to all of the crews who attended this incident. I would also like to thank our blue light partners and our joint control room for your professionalism throughout this sad incident. 

"The investigation is ongoing into the cause of the fire.”