You are in a five-year planning meeting with corporate executives. The lobby receptionist has just notified you that the local fire official has made an unscheduled visit to inspect the facility. He wishes to speak with you about a serious safety problem. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate first action? 

A. Ask the maintenance supervisor to meet with the official.

 B. Get the official's phone number and call as soon as possible.

 C. Excuse yourself from the meeting to meet with the official.

D. Ask the official to return at a later date.