Intense gales hitting velocities of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 properties experiencing outages and forced agencies to halt more than 100 flights, as reported by regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the whole southern region and southern parts of the North Island, according to the national weather agency.
Officials in New Zealand have issued rare severe gust advisories - the top caution category - in central regions such as Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been advised to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for more power and communication outages.
Widespread Impact and Crisis Measures
This outage seems to be impacting households mostly in the southern region, while officials say that power was being gradually reinstated.
Regional news have indicated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, and utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the gales.
Within the capital, a person was lost his life after being hit by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights in and out of the urban area have been suspended due to the winds, while certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile local leaders have declared a emergency situation, to support recovery activities.
Work Stoppages Amid Harsh Conditions
The powerful gales on this day coincide with tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been called a "major walkout", calling for better pay and working conditions.
But the extreme weather has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Similar gusts are affecting the neighboring country, causing a heatwave to the country's outback.
Authorities have issued flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding forest fires.
