Powerful winds attaining speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in around 90,000 households without power and compelled officials to call off in excess of 100 flights, based on local media.
The winds are influencing the entire southern region and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
Officials in New Zealand have announced rare high-level wind alerts - the most severe warning - in core zones such as these major districts.
Locals have been advised to avoid going outside, stay off roads, and make arrangements for more utility disruptions.
Widespread Destruction and Crisis Measures
This outage appears to be affecting residences mainly in the southern region, although officials report that power was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in various locations structures have suffered roof damage, and power lines and trees have been knocked down by the gales.
In Wellington, a individual was killed after being impacted by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was pushed toward moving cars on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a incident that was filmed in a viral dashcam video.
Air travel in and out of the city have been cancelled as a result of the weather, and some roads and libraries are shut down.
At the same time Canterbury officials have issued a crisis declaration, to facilitate disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on this day coincide with many of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been described as a "significant labor action", calling for better pay and working conditions.
But the severe conditions has pressured them to alter various scheduled activities, with some outdoor rallies moved indoors or cancelled.
Similar gusts are impacting the nearby nation, ushering in a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Authorities have issued fire bans for fear of wildfires.
