Powerful winds attaining speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in nearly 90,000 households without power and forced officials to halt more than 100 aircraft departures, based on local media.
The gales are affecting the complete southern region and lower areas of the North Island, as stated by the national weather agency.
Officials in New Zealand have released infrequent high-level wind alerts - the top caution category - in key areas such as these major districts.
People have been advised to remain inside, stay off roads, and get ready for further utility disruptions.
Broad Damage and Emergency Measures
This outage seems to be impacting households mainly in the South Island, although agencies say that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have indicated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gales.
Across Wellington, a man was lost his life after being struck by a falling limb at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was swept into moving cars on a street by a powerful blast, in a event that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the city have been cancelled due to the gusts, and certain highways and community centers are not operating.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have declared a emergency situation, to assist recovery activities.
Strike Action During Severe Conditions
The powerful gales on this day come as tens of thousands of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been described as a "major walkout", demanding higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
But the severe conditions has forced them to alter some of their plans, with several external protests shifted to interior venues or called off.
Comparable winds are also sweeping the nearby nation, causing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have announced burning restrictions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
