Well, this sucks: http://freebeacon.com/national-security/state-dept-forces-stranded-u-s-citizens-foot-bill-hurricane-rescue/
If I were rescued from an island where almost every building was destroyed or damaged and there was looting and robbery by machete and pistol carrying criminals, I would be grateful for the rescue. If I had to pay for it,I would find a way, rather stay there risking my life.