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A hiker was rescued from quicksand last week in Arches National Park, reigniting long-dormant fears of a geologic phenomenon once featured prolifically in films, video games and nightmares. The big ...

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A seasoned hiker's worst nightmare became reality Sunday morning when he found himself trapped knee-deep in quicksand during a solo trek through Arches National Park. "Before this trip, I honestly ...