A drifting vessel was towed to safety after taking on water three miles north of Maryport.
Maryport Rescue launched their lifeboat following a call from Belfast Coastguard at 10.52am on August 12.
The e-ON Spirit of Maryport was sent to assist a vessel reported to be taking on water north of Maryport.
A Solway Firth fishery protection vessel reached the casualty first and confirmed those on board were safe.
Crews assessed the situation. The skipper had identified an issue with the engine cooling system, with the ingress stopping once the engine was shut down.
in a social media post, Maryport Rescue said: "Due to the nature of the fault, the lifeboat took the vessel under tow, arriving safely back into Maryport at 11:40hrs."
"A positive outcome and a safe return to harbour for all involved."
The crew said the vessel was well equipped and included emergency pumps.
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