Do not turn off the power distribution box
Never attempt to turn off power at the breaker box if you must stand in water to do so. Because the distribution box is electrified, there are certain risks, so everyone should pay attention to safety when touching or operating. Get an electrician who is competent in hot work with their own insurance or someone who will do it right and schedule a shutoff with your power company. You dont want to do this yourself unless you've got a very liberal life insurance policy. At its core, an electrical distribution box (or distribution board) is a metal or plastic enclosure that houses various components responsible for managing and distributing electricity across different circuits.
Read More
