Things went horribly wrong. It was a real mess. We tried to {compensate|handle the situation, but it was like trying to stop a tsunami with a spoon. We're still picking up the pieces and feeling the impact of this disaster.

scenario Beyond Repair

This crisis has spiraled out of control. It's a total fiasco. We've tried everything to fix it, but nothing seems to function. At this point, it feels like we're doomed. Seriously. My {boss|friend|was absolutely furious. I attempted to explain, but it was pointless.

The rest read more of the day was an absolute nightmare. went wrong. I stay awake.

By the time I reached my destination, I was exhausted. This day, this atrocious day will be forever remembered as a day to forget.

Things Went From Bad to Absolutely Terrible

It all started out terribly with a simple mishap/incident/screw-up. But then things went from 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.