Severe gales reaching velocities of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 properties without power and forced authorities to call off over 100 flights, as reported by regional news sources.
The gales are affecting the whole southern region and lower areas of the northern region, according to the national weather agency.
New Zealand authorities have issued uncommon high-level wind alerts - the highest alert level - in key areas such as these major districts.
Residents have been urged to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and get ready for more utility disruptions.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss is primarily influencing households predominantly in the southern region, although agencies report that power was being gradually reinstated.
Local media have stated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gales.
Across Wellington, a man was fatally injured after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was blown onto moving cars on a thoroughfare by a powerful blast, in a incident that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel entering and leaving the city have been halted as a result of the winds, whereas certain highways and community centers are not operating.
Simultaneously authorities in Canterbury have announced a crisis declaration, to facilitate disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Severe Conditions
These intense gusts on this day occur while many of school staff, physicians and civil servants take part in what has been described as a "major walkout", requesting higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
Yet the severe conditions has compelled them to change various scheduled activities, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Comparable winds are also sweeping the neighboring country, bringing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Agencies have declared burning restrictions for concern about forest fires.
