Whether from a tiny undetected leak or a raging flood, water can damage your home. Today, in part two of Water Woes, we discuss what to do after a flood occurs. Once you've stopped the source of the water from a leak or broken pipe or conditions have improved following a flood or storm, there are a few "don'ts" to remember. Don't turn on lights or electrical appliances, especially if ceilings or floors are still wet. Instead, completely shut off power at the meter. If the ceiling is wet and sagging, punch holes in it with an ice pick to allow draining after first placing buckets and pans below to catch drips. Then, elevate furniture and appliances. Remove everything from the floor that you can, and mop or blot as much water away as possible. Finally turn the thermostat down to 65 F or lower. Heat left at 70 F or above allows bacteria to produce mold and mildew.