Which statement best describes the proper steps when a fire is encountered onboard?

• A. Only call for help; ignore PFDs.
• B. Ignore the fire and continue the voyage.
• C. Wear PFDs immediately; minimize wind, head upwind, blow fire away from boat; call or radio for help and use VDS; if in engine compartment, immediately shut off engines, generators and ventilation systems to ensure fresh air won't be sucked into fire, more fuel won't pump into fire, and firefighting agents aren't vented into atmosphere before they are effective; keep compartment shut; if fire is out of control abandon boat, get clear of fire but stay in vicinity for rescuers.
• D. Shut off all power and sail away.

Answer: (C)