If your GFCI trips with nothing plugged in, it’s likely sensing a ground fault, moisture, or the device itself is failing. A downstream outlet on the same circuit can also trip it. Outdoor and bathroom GFCIs in Clearwater and St. Petersburg often nuisance-trip after humidity or rain. Do not keep resetting if it feels warm, buzzes, or smells burnt; call a licensed electrician.
Quick checks:
- Unplug everything on the circuit.
- Press Reset; if it trips, press Test, then Reset.
- Dry the outlet/cover; wait 24 hours after heavy rain.
- If it still trips, it needs diagnosis and likely replacement.
Updated: 2025-12-28
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