Actor Tray Chaney, best known for his role in HBO’s “The Wire,” is grappling with an unimaginable loss after a devastating tornado tore through his home in Locust Grove, Atlanta, earlier today. In a heart-wrenching video posted online, Chaney shared the traumatic experience of losing everything in mere moments, while expressing profound gratitude for his survival.

The tornado struck around 3 PM, unleashing chaos and destruction. Chaney, who had just emerged from the hospital, revealed that he was on his way to visit his son in the ICU when disaster struck. “I lost my house; I lost everything in it,” he lamented, his voice trembling with emotion. The actor’s son was thrown 300 feet during the storm, but fortunately, he survived. Chaney, visibly shaken, recounted the terrifying moment when the storm hit, saying, “I felt the wind and everything; I was wrapped up in the covers.”

Despite the devastation, Chaney emphasized the importance of cherishing life. “Thank God I’m still living,” he declared, underscoring the fragility of existence in the face of nature’s fury. His neighborhood, once a place of safety, is now unrecognizable, with homes destroyed and lives upended. “This is real; this ain’t no movie,” he asserted, making it clear that the aftermath of the tornado is far from a scripted drama.

As emergency responders and neighbors came to his aid, Chaney extended his gratitude to those who rushed to help. With his home gone and precious belongings lost, he is determined to rebuild and support his son’s recovery. This urgent message serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of tragedy.