LAFAYETTE PARISH - Firefighters say the improper disposal of fireworks led to a New Year's Day house fire in Scott, Louisiana. 

According to KATC, first responders were called to a home in the 200 block of Vincent Drive shortly after midnight, Wednesday. 

Fire and smoke were coming from the home's roof by the time firefighters arrived, they made their way into the attic and quickly extinguished the flames. 

All six of the people who were in the home at the time of the fire were able to escape safely. Two pets were among the unharmed escapees. 

Firefighters say an investigation into the incident revealed that the fire was accidental.

Apparently, a resident discarded used fireworks in an outside plastic trash bin that was placed next to the home. The fireworks were still smoldering when discarded and eventually, flames spread to one of the home's exterior walls before creeping into its attic.  

The house sustained major damage to its attic and minor damage to a living area.