I blame the lawmakers. Morons.

@ Prole

Years ago in another life, I was a trained lifeguard. It was stressed to us in our many training exercises never to enter the water, unless as a last resort. There are obvious reasons why not to. We had to use a rope or pole to pull them (casualties) out.

One of the first times on duty I saw a kid with all the tell tale signs of drowning. Upright, mouth fully open, wide, wide eyes and under the water. Did I run about looking for the nearest pole or rope? Did I chuff! I jumped in and pulled the little begger out.

Then I gave him a bollocking for getting into deep water without being able to swim properly. (and making me get wet) I bet he's got a family now.....sometimes you just have to do the 'right' thing.