Kayaker caught in a whirlpool.

CORSICA, France – If you need any other reason to be terrified of white water, this clip o Jean-Christophe Cabuy getting caught in a hydraulic whirlpool might do it. Whirlpools form when water flows over an obstacle and curls back onto itself, creating a rotating and potentially dangerous current. Fortunately Jean-Christophe was able to escape with the help of some friends, but you can easily see how this situation could have wound up a lot worse.

This is the original video of kayaker Jean-Christophe Cabuy getting caught in a dangerous hydraulic whirlpool while kayaking in Corsica, France. When JC is unable to right himself, friends come to the rescue and avert a near drowning.

Nolan Deck is a writer for Unofficial Networks, covering skiing and outdoor adventure. After growing up and skiing in Maine, he moved to the Denver area for college where he continues to live and work...