This tractor became stuck in the sand and ended up being swallowed by water as the tide came in on a beach in northwest England.<br /><br />The unusual incident took place on on Blackpool beach on September 4.<br /><br />According to local media, the tractor belongs to Blackpool Council and recovery vehicles were later seen in the area.<br /><br />Blackpool Council Director for Community and Environmental Services, John Blackledge, said: "The vehicle is used to fill channels on our beaches caused by the moving tide.<br /><br />"The most important consideration is that the driver is well."