Severe gales attaining velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in around 90,000 properties experiencing outages and led authorities to halt more than 100 flights, as reported by domestic outlets.
The gales are influencing the whole southern region and southern parts of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have released rare red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in key areas encompassing these major districts.
People have been advised to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and prepare for further power and communication outages.
Extensive Destruction and Crisis Measures
This outage seems to be impacting households mostly in the South Island, although authorities state that power was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gusts.
In Wellington, a person 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 blown onto approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services in and out of the city have been suspended as a result of the gusts, and some roads and libraries are not operating.
At the same time Canterbury officials have issued a emergency situation, to support disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Amid Extreme Conditions
These intense gusts on today come as numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been called a "significant labor action", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the intense climate has compelled them to change some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies moved indoors or called off.
Like conditions are affecting the nearby nation, ushering in a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Agencies have issued fire bans for concern about bushfires.
