Mattapoisett Fire Department and Interstate Battery have partnered up to give residents of Mattapoisett batteries for their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors free of charge.

Sept. 13 and 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., firefighters will come to residents' homes, check their detectors, replace the batteries and make sure families have a fire escape plan along with a safe meeting place.

Residents interested in this free fire safety promotion can the fire station at 508-758-4150 and schedule a time.