Things went horribly wrong. It was a real mess. We tried to {compensate|handle the situation, but it was like trying to stop a blizzard with a spoon. We're still picking up the pieces and feeling the sting of this disaster.
scenario Beyond Repair
This issue has spiraled out of control. It's a total disaster. We've tried just about everything to fix it, but nothing seems to be effective. At this point, it feels like we're toast. Seriously. My {boss|teacher|was absolutely furious. I tried to explain, but it was pointless.
The rest of the day was just as bad. fell apart. I get anything done.
By the time I got home, I was exhausted. This day, this terrible day will be forever remembered as a true disaster.
Things Went From Bad to Absolutely Terrible
It all started out terribly with a simple mishap/incident/screw-up. But then everything went from bad Very bad to absolutely terrible. A series/chain/cascade of unfortunate/awful/disastrous events unfolded/occurred/piled on top each other, leaving me feeling like I was in a nightmare/horror movie/comedy of errors. It's the kind of situation where you just want to run away and hide.