Severe gusts attaining velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 properties experiencing outages and compelled agencies to call off over 100 flights, as reported by regional news sources.
The winds are influencing the whole South Island and lower areas of the North Island, per the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have released uncommon severe gust advisories - the most severe warning - in central regions encompassing Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been encouraged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and prepare for additional electricity and network failures.
Broad Damage and Crisis Measures
This outage is primarily influencing residences predominantly in the South Island, while agencies report that power was being gradually reinstated.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the winds.
Across Wellington, a individual was killed after being impacted by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a woman was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights in and out of the city have been cancelled due to the weather, whereas various routes and public facilities are also closed.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have issued a crisis declaration, to support emergency management operations.
Strike Action Amid Harsh Weather
The wild winds on this day occur while tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been termed a "significant labor action", demanding better pay and working conditions.
However the extreme weather has forced them to change certain arrangements, with several external protests shifted to interior venues or called off.
Like conditions are also sweeping the neighboring country, causing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Agencies have issued fire bans for apprehension regarding forest fires.
