While your vessel is docked port side to a wharf,a sudden gale force wind causes the vessel’s stern lines to part. The stern begins to fall away from the dock,and no tugs are immediately available. Which measure(s) should you take FIRST?()
A. Notify the engineroom of the need for propulsion
B. Shut down any cargo transfer that's in progress
C. Let go the port anchor and veer to a short scope of chain
D. Obtain assistance from the terminal to put new stern lines out