Intense winds attaining velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in around 90,000 households without power and compelled agencies to cancel in excess of 100 air travel services, based on regional news sources.
The winds are impacting the complete South Island and southern sections of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have issued uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in central regions such as these major districts.
People have been urged to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and prepare for further power and communication outages.
Broad Impact and Crisis Response
The electricity loss appears to be affecting residences predominantly in the southern region, though authorities state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Local media have stated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the winds.
In Wellington, a person was killed after being hit by a tree branch at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a woman was swept into moving cars on a thoroughfare by a powerful blast, in a incident that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the city have been cancelled due to the winds, and various routes and public facilities are not operating.
Meanwhile local leaders have announced a crisis declaration, to assist disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests During Severe Weather
The wild winds on this day occur while numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been called a "major walkout", demanding better pay and working conditions.
But the intense climate has compelled them to alter various scheduled activities, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or cancelled.
Like conditions are affecting Australia, bringing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Agencies have declared burning restrictions for fear of bushfires.
