Severe gales hitting speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 homes lacking electricity and forced officials to call off over 100 aircraft departures, according to local media.
The gales are impacting the complete southern region and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
Officials in New Zealand have announced rare red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in central regions such as Canterbury and Wellington.
Locals have been advised to remain inside, stay off roads, and prepare for additional electricity and network failures.
Extensive Destruction and Crisis Measures
The power cut appears to be affecting residences predominantly in the southern region, while authorities report that power was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have reported that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, and utility poles and vegetation have been brought down by the gales.
Within the capital, a individual was fatally injured after being hit by a wooden fragment at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services to and from the urban area have been suspended due to the winds, while some roads and libraries are also closed.
Meanwhile local leaders have announced a crisis declaration, to assist recovery activities.
Strike Action Amid Severe Conditions
These intense gusts on this day coincide with many of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been termed a "significant labor action", calling for better pay and working conditions.
Yet the severe conditions has pressured them to change some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Like conditions are also sweeping the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Authorities have declared burning restrictions for apprehension regarding forest fires.
