Devastation by definition- is "great destruction or damage" that occurs by nature while catastrophe is tremendous tragedy. Devastation and catastrophe goes neck and neck for their is no difference between the two- they are all ruins of American soil.
Hurricane Harvey is a tragic example of great devastation- in the south of Texas many people lost their homes, belongings, and loved ones- but they haven't lost their dignity. Hurricane Harvey is a tragedy that is remembered as one of the most deadliest storms- but the people live on..