Intense gales reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 properties lacking electricity and led officials to halt over 100 flights, according to regional news sources.
The winds are impacting the whole southern region and lower areas of the northern region, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
Officials in New Zealand have announced infrequent red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in key areas encompassing these major districts.
People have been encouraged to stay indoors, avoid travel, and prepare for further electricity and network failures.
Extensive Damage and Crisis Measures
The power cut seems to be impacting homes predominantly in the southern region, while officials state that the electricity supply was being gradually reinstated.
Regional news have indicated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, while trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the gales.
Within the capital, a man was fatally injured after being struck by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a female was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a road by a powerful blast, in a incident that was recorded in a viral dashcam video.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the city have been cancelled as a result of the gusts, whereas certain highways and community centers are not operating.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a emergency situation, to assist disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Extreme Conditions
The wild winds on this day occur while many of school staff, physicians and civil servants are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
Yet the intense climate has pressured them to change some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Like conditions are also sweeping Australia, ushering in a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have declared flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding bushfires.
