Intense gusts reaching velocities of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 properties without power and forced officials to call off over 100 aircraft departures, based on regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the whole southern region and lower areas of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have released rare severe gust advisories - the top caution category - in central regions including Canterbury and Wellington.
Locals have been encouraged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for further electricity and network failures.
Widespread Destruction and Emergency Response
This outage appears to be affecting households mostly in the South Island, while agencies say that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, whereas power lines and trees have been toppled by the winds.
Within the capital, a individual was fatally injured after being hit by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Also in the capital, a female was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a powerful blast, in a moment that was recorded in a viral dashcam video.
Flights to and from the urban area have been cancelled because of the weather, whereas various routes and public facilities are shut down.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have announced a emergency situation, to support emergency management operations.
Work Stoppages During Severe Conditions
The powerful gales on this day come as many of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been described as a "significant labor action", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the severe conditions has pressured them to change some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or cancelled.
Like conditions are impacting the neighboring country, ushering in a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Authorities have issued flame prohibitions for concern about forest fires.
