Intense gales hitting speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 households lacking electricity and led officials to call off more than 100 flights, based on domestic outlets.
The gales are affecting the complete southern region and southern sections of the northern region, per the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have released uncommon red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in key areas such as these major districts.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, avoid travel, and prepare for more power and communication outages.
Widespread Damage and Emergency Response
This outage seems to be impacting households mainly in the South Island, though agencies state that the electricity supply was being gradually reinstated.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in some places homes have lost their roofs, while trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the winds.
Within the capital, a person was fatally injured after being hit by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a female was blown onto moving cars on a road by a intensive burst, in a incident that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the urban area have been halted due to the gusts, and various routes and public facilities are shut down.
Meanwhile local leaders have declared a emergency situation, to support disaster response efforts.
Work Stoppages During Extreme Weather
These intense gusts on today come as tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been described as a "major walkout", calling for better pay and working conditions.
Yet the severe conditions has forced them to change various scheduled activities, with several external protests relocated inside or called off.
Like conditions are affecting the nearby nation, bringing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Authorities have announced fire bans for fear of forest fires.
