This article is primarily transcribed from a 2017 Insider video on "How to escape quicksand — it's easier than you might think." Some of the information has been updated.

Humans can't drown in quicksand, because we float in it. Getting out can be simple if you follow these instructions.

CHICAGO — There are lots of myths about quicksand and we’re here to get to the bottom of it. If you fall in, you should be okay. Chances are, you won’t sink. You’ll start to float… ...

How to Survive shares how to escape from Earth’s most lethal quicksand pits with 5 proven techniques. Learn how to stay calm, avoid sinking deeper, and free yourself safely. These survival steps ...

"Effective methods for escaping the trap of quicksand safely. How to Survive is a Webby Award-winning series offering expert tips for surviving disasters, attacks, and life's toughest situations ...