Intense winds attaining velocities of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 households lacking electricity and forced authorities to call off more than 100 flights, as reported by local media.
The gales are influencing the whole southern region and southern parts of the North Island, per the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have issued uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in core zones such as these major districts.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional utility disruptions.
Broad Damage and Emergency Response
This outage seems to be impacting homes predominantly in the South Island, though authorities state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Local media have reported that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, and power lines and trees have been brought down by the gusts.
Across Wellington, a person was fatally injured after being impacted by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a incident that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the city have been cancelled because of the winds, while some roads and libraries are shut down.
At the same time authorities in Canterbury have announced a state of emergency, to facilitate disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Severe Weather
The powerful gales on this day occur while tens of thousands of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been called a "significant labor action", requesting higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the intense climate has forced them to alter some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or called off.
Like conditions are affecting the nearby nation, causing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Officials have announced flame prohibitions for concern about forest fires.
