Intense gusts hitting speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 properties without power and compelled authorities to cancel in excess of 100 air travel services, based on regional news sources.
These gusts are influencing the whole South Island and lower areas of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have announced infrequent severe gust advisories - the highest alert level - in central regions encompassing Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been advised to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional utility disruptions.
Broad Impact and Emergency Measures
This outage seems to be impacting residences mostly in the southern region, while officials state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have stated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the winds.
In Wellington, a man was lost his life after being impacted by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a female was swept into approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a incident that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel entering and leaving the city have been suspended as a result of the gusts, and some roads and libraries are also closed.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have issued a emergency situation, to assist emergency management operations.
Labor Protests Alongside Extreme Weather
The powerful gales on today come as many of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been called a "major walkout", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
Yet the extreme weather has compelled them to modify certain arrangements, with several external protests relocated inside or called off.
Similar gusts are affecting the nearby nation, ushering in a heatwave to the remote areas.
Officials have announced flame prohibitions for concern about bushfires.
