A Florida family is pleading for prayers and support as 12-year-old Aiden McKinley fights for his life following a devastating car crash caused by a tire blowout. On July 29, Dayna McKinley and her three children were traveling northbound on Interstate 75 in Alachua County when one of their tires suddenly exploded, causing the vehicle to lose control and roll over.

The accident left all three children injured, but Aiden’s condition is critical. He suffered a severe brain injury and remains in a coma in the intensive care unit. He is currently on a ventilator but has begun taking small breaths on his own. Doctors have indicated that Aiden will require multiple surgeries, and his recovery timeline remains uncertain.

Dayna McKinley shared the heart-wrenching moments following the crash, describing the explosion and the struggle to free her son from the wreckage. “It just felt like somebody or something just came and pulled me, and I lost control,” she said. “I prayed to God if he could just keep my baby alive.”

The family has been staying at the Ronald McDonald House near the hospital, supporting Aiden through this unimaginable ordeal. McKinley spoke about the emotional toll of watching her son fight for his life, expressing the helplessness felt as a mother.

Known for his quick wit and memorable Donald Duck impression, Aiden’s spirit has touched many. His mother holds onto hope and prays every night, holding his hand during quiet moments, asking for strength to see him through this difficult journey.

The McKinley family’s story is a powerful reminder of life’s fragility and the importance of community support in times of crisis.