PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Authorities are investigating after a fire broke out at the home of a Portland City Councilor early Sunday morning.

Fire officials were called to the scene of the fire on Southeast Caruthers Street, near Southeast 122nd Avenue, around 2:40 a.m. Sunday.

Upon arrival, they found several cars and a carport on fire, and were able to extinguish the blaze.

The extent of the damage, including to the home itself, is not clear at this time.

In a statement to FOX 12, Councilor Candace Avalos confirmed that the fire occurred at her home:

“Late last night, I woke up to my car, car port, and home engulfed in flames. I’m grateful for the quick response from Portland firefighters who prevented the fire from spreading even further. I was able to get out safely with my cat Valen

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