(shit|stuff) [hit] the fan

used for stating that a lot of problems and arguments will occur when someone becomes aware of something

The idiom "shit hit the fan" is a originated in the mid-20th century. It is a vivid and informal way of describing a situation where chaos, trouble, or a significant problem suddenly arises or escalates. The idiom is used to imply that the situation has reached a critical point where the negative consequences become apparent and unavoidable. The phrase uses a vulgar term for emphasis and to convey a sense of shock or intensity.

When news broke about the company's financial fraud, the shit hit the fan, leading to a massive drop in stock prices and a full-scale investigation.
The team's star player was caught using performance-enhancing drugs, and the stuff hit the fan as the team faced scandal, media scrutiny, and potential consequences.
After years of neglect, the building's structural issues became evident during a heavy storm, and the shit hit the fan as sections of the roof collapsed.
When the government's controversial policy was implemented, protests erupted nationwide, and the shit hit the fan, with clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement.
The celebrity's offensive comments on social media went viral, and the stuff hit the fan as they faced backlash, lost endorsements, and had to issue public apologies.