to think idiots should not risk lifeboat crews lives in this weather?

[KarenHL]

Just that really. I originally come from near the coast and have a healthy respect for, awareness of the dangers of being on/near the sea.

The news is full of how bad this coming weather will be, merchant vessels are (sensibly) seeking shelter wherever they can - and still IDIOTS go out on sea, or to and away from dangerous waves.

AIBU to believe that if you are stupid enough to do this, you should not then expect the lifeboat crews to risk their lives for your selfish stupidity?

My friend once joked he was going to get the man in the canoe they rescued to pay for his takeaway he had just sat down to eat when he got the call.

But I doubt he would agree to there being a fee. Like it was said up thread it might stop a person in real need of rescue not calling just in case.

Yes I'm not sure that insurance would work. It wouldn't cover the reckless people but would cost people who make a living off the sea even more in a not very wealthy industry.