A RESIDENT has described the "terrifying" moment a firework was apparently launched into the side of their home in Haddington.

Police were alerted to the incident on Monday at about 9.30pm at a property on Garleton Drive.

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A Ring doorbell captured the moment that the firework was set-off near the home.

The resident who wishes to remain anonymous, told the Courier: “Our house was targeted with a firework on Monday evening and the sound was like an explosion." 

A picture shared with the Courier shows a scorch mark near the gas pipe at the home. 

The resident added: "My husband and I looked out of the window but saw only smoke.

"When we opened the front door, we were met with thick smoke and the smell of something burning.

"It turned out to be a firework and the debris was scattered all over my husband’s van.

(Image: Supplied) "This incident has deeply impacted us—we no longer feel safe in our own home.

"I was shocked and shaken, especially after realising the next morning that the firework had narrowly missed the gas pipe. If it had hit, it could have caused a devastating explosion, potentially killing us.

"This experience has been terrifying and life-changing.”

A police spokesperson said: “About 9.30pm on Monday, November 25, we received a report of a firework having been thrown near to premises in Garleton Drive, Haddington.

“Officers attended and there were no injuries reported.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”