What Happens If You Fall Into Quicksand?

Contrary to the movies, quicksand isn’t an instant death trap—but it’s no joke either. Instead of sucking you down like a whirlpool, quicksand is a tricky mix of sand and water that makes movement tough and tiring. The more you struggle, the deeper you sink—so panicking won’t help. Staying calm, spreading out to float, and slowly working your way to solid ground is the real survival trick. Falling in? Scary. Getting out? Totally possible—if you know what to do.