Flames from a car fire spread to a nearby Beaverton apartment building on Sunday, Tualatin valley Fire & Rescue said, forcing people from their homes.

Firefighters were called out at about 3:30 p.m. Sunday on reports of a vehicle fire near some apartments in the 11000 block of Southwest Allen Boulevard.

Arriving firefighters saw the flames had spread to a carport, two other vehicles, and the side of a nearby apartment building. Fire officials called out a second alarm.

With the help of Beaverton Police, everyone was safely evacuated from the building.

Portland Fire & Rescue crews also responded, and firefighters managed to get the fire under control.

However, four apartment buildings had been significantly damaged by the flames.

The Red Cross is helping at least nine people with emergency housing needs.

Investigators say they are still looking into the fire.