Powerful gusts hitting velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 households without power and compelled authorities to cancel in excess of 100 air travel services, based on local media.
The gales are affecting the whole southern region and southern parts of the northern region, per the national weather agency.
The nation's agencies have released rare red wind warnings - the top caution category - in core zones such as these major districts.
People have been encouraged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for more electricity and network failures.
Extensive Impact and Crisis Response
The power cut is primarily influencing residences predominantly in the southern region, though agencies report that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have stated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, while trees and electricity poles 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.
Also in the capital, a woman was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was filmed in a viral dashcam video.
Flights to and from the urban area have been suspended because of the gusts, while various routes and public facilities are not operating.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a crisis declaration, to support recovery activities.
Work Stoppages Amid Harsh Conditions
These intense gusts on Thursday coincide with numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees take part in what has been called a "mega strike", calling for improved salaries and workplace environments.
Yet the extreme weather has pressured them to change some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or cancelled.
Similar gusts are affecting the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Agencies have declared fire bans for fear of wildfires.