St Bees Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) were called to reports of a jet ski emitting smoke near Parton, Whitehaven, on the weekend.
During their annual open day, on Saturday, August 2, they were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate.
The jet ski had four people on board.
The volunteer shore crew cleared the beach for the tractor and lifeboat to launch safely, and the crew made their way to Whitehaven.
While en route, the crew were stood down after confirmation that the craft had been recovered and all persons were safe and well.
Colin Wadey, St Bees RNLI Launch Authority, praised the teamwork and cooperation.
He said: “Not only was it a very successful Open Day for the station, but being a busy Saturday in the summer holidays made it a valuable experience for our shore crew, who worked swiftly to escort the lifeboat across a crowded beach.
“We’d like to thank the public for their support in helping us clear the way and ensure everyone’s safety.”
The event featured guided tours of the station and Atlantic 85 lifeboat Joy Morris MBE, with children enjoying the chance to dress up in lifeboat crew kit and explore the boat up close.
Throughout the day, the RNLI Guild's fundraising stalls offered hot drinks, second-hand books, and games, which helped to raise over £400 for the RNLI.
The RNLI volunteers are on call 24/7. If you see someone in danger in and around water, call 999 and ask for the coastguard.
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