Intense winds reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 properties experiencing outages and forced agencies to cancel over 100 flights, as reported by domestic outlets.
The winds are affecting the whole South Island and southern parts of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have released uncommon high-level wind alerts - the most severe warning - in core zones such as Wellington and Canterbury.
Residents have been urged to stay indoors, stay off roads, and get ready for more power and communication outages.
Broad Destruction and Emergency Response
The electricity loss is primarily influencing residences mainly in the South Island, while officials report that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gales.
Within the capital, a individual was lost his life after being struck by a wooden fragment at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a female was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was recorded in a viral dashcam video.
Air travel entering and leaving the metropolis have been suspended because of the winds, and some roads and libraries are also closed.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a state of emergency, to support recovery activities.
Labor Protests Amid Severe Conditions
The wild winds on this day coincide with tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the severe conditions has forced them to modify some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or called off.
Like conditions are also sweeping the nearby nation, causing a high-temperature event to the remote areas.
Authorities have announced fire bans for apprehension regarding bushfires.
