Powerful gusts reaching speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 properties lacking electricity and led officials to halt more than 100 flights, according to regional news sources.
These gusts are impacting the entire southern region and southern parts of the northern region, per the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have released infrequent red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in key areas including these major districts.
Locals have been encouraged to stay indoors, avoid travel, and prepare for more electricity and network failures.
Widespread Impact and Emergency Measures
The power cut appears to be affecting households mostly in the southern region, though agencies state that the electricity supply was being gradually reinstated.
Local media have stated that in some places homes have lost their roofs, while utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gusts.
Within the capital, a person was lost his life after being struck by a tree branch at a popular trail walking spot on earlier this week.
Additionally in the city, a individual was blown onto oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the city have been cancelled due to the gusts, and certain highways and community centers are also closed.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a emergency situation, to support recovery activities.
Strike Action Alongside Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on this day coincide with tens of thousands of school staff, physicians and civil servants are participating in what has been called a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the intense climate has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Similar gusts are impacting the nearby nation, bringing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have issued flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
