Overview

• A 4.3-magnitude earthquake struck Qingyuan, Guangdong, on June 23, shaking the family’s ninth-floor apartment.
• In viral CCTV footage, the older son pauses his escape to grab a bowl of rice and a dish of stir-fried pork and vegetables.
• The clip has drawn millions of views on platforms such as X and Douyin, with users applauding the boy’s unwavering focus on dinner.
• Officials reported no damage or injuries in Qingcheng district despite the tremor being widely felt.
• After the incident, father Li used the moment to teach his son that personal safety must come before material items during emergencies.