This could be due to water entering the fixture, faulty wiring underground, or corroded connections. Fix it: Turn off power to the affected outlet or light at the breaker. Once dry, check for visible corrosion or damage. The mixture of water and electricity poses a significant risk of electric shock, fire, and catastrophic damage to your home's electrical system. An electrical box refers to any enclosure housing wiring connections. During really heavy rain, water was coming through conduit into utility room, dripping down electrical panel (which seems very dangerous). But if your GFCI outlet is constantly tripping (even when things seem dry), that could mean water is getting. Water can get into a breaker box if the housing leaks or condensation collects inside due to high humidity.