Severe winds attaining speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 households experiencing outages and compelled agencies to halt over 100 flights, according to domestic outlets.
These gusts are impacting the complete southern region and southern sections of the northern region, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have issued infrequent red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in key areas such as these major districts.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, avoid travel, and make arrangements for more utility disruptions.
Widespread Damage and Crisis Response
The electricity loss seems to be impacting homes predominantly in the southern region, although agencies report that the electricity supply was being gradually reinstated.
Domestic outlets have stated that in some places roofs have been ripped off houses, while utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the gales.
Within the capital, a individual was lost his life after being hit by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Also in the capital, a individual was blown onto moving cars on a thoroughfare by a powerful blast, in a event that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Air travel in and out of the metropolis have been cancelled because of the winds, while various routes and public facilities are shut down.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a crisis declaration, to assist emergency management operations.
Work Stoppages During Harsh Weather
The wild winds on this day occur while numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been called a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the intense climate has pressured them to change various scheduled activities, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or called off.
Comparable winds are also sweeping the nearby nation, causing a heatwave to the country's outback.
Officials have announced burning restrictions for fear of bushfires.
