06-12-2017, 05:05 AM
The last time this topic was in the news, I believe a 1000 foot distance from the lava entry was established as the closest allowable legal approach. What I don't remember is which agency was responsible for enforcement. If it was the state or county, one can assume that enforcement would be the usual "complaint driven" process with no regular monitoring or policing. Even the Coast Guard is not likely to routinely or consistently check on this, but I could be wrong. I've been wrong before.
Having said all that, I believe in informed consent. If Shane Turpin's customers are clearly told that there is a risk of injury or death, then they should be able to get as close as they dare. Insurance helps, but many survivors and heirs would sue anyway.
Having said all that, I believe in informed consent. If Shane Turpin's customers are clearly told that there is a risk of injury or death, then they should be able to get as close as they dare. Insurance helps, but many survivors and heirs would sue anyway.