You are the Master of a 500 gross ton passenger vessel operating on rivers. Your vessel accidentally runs aground. Under the regulations for passenger vessels, you must notify the __________.

A
nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office as soon as possible
B
Coast Guard only if the grounding results in damage to property in excess of $(SA)25,000
C
Coast Guard only if the grounding results in a loss of life
D
Coast Guard only if the grounding results in injury to personnel
E