CLEAN: Devastating 'mini-tornado' hits Australian

The speaker describes a traumatic experience involving a natural disaster, highlighting the emotional impact on family members and the extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. Despite the challenges, they express gratitude for the absence of fatalities. The speaker compares the current damage to a previous event, noting it is worse this year. They observe significant destruction, including houses without roofs or walls and power lines entangled with debris.

How does the speaker compare the damage this year to last year?

What feelings does the speaker express about their situation compared to others?