Intense gales attaining velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 properties lacking electricity and led agencies to cancel over 100 air travel services, according to domestic outlets.
The winds are impacting the complete South Island and southern parts of the northern region, per the national weather agency.
New Zealand authorities have released uncommon severe gust advisories - the highest alert level - in central regions such as Canterbury and Wellington.
Locals have been advised to avoid going outside, stay off roads, and prepare for further power and communication outages.
Widespread Destruction and Emergency Response
The power cut is primarily influencing households predominantly in the southern region, while authorities say that the electricity supply was being gradually reinstated.
Local media have indicated that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, while trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the gusts.
Across Wellington, a person was killed after being hit by a tree branch at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a woman was blown onto moving cars on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a event that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the urban area have been cancelled as a result of the winds, while various routes and public facilities are not operating.
Simultaneously authorities in Canterbury have announced a state of emergency, to assist disaster response efforts.
Work Stoppages Alongside Extreme Weather
The wild winds on today occur while numerous of school staff, physicians and civil servants are participating in what has been termed a "mega strike", demanding higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
But the intense climate has compelled them to alter certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies moved indoors or called off.
Comparable winds are impacting the nearby nation, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have announced fire bans for concern about bushfires.
