Intense gusts attaining speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 properties experiencing outages and led authorities to call off over 100 air travel services, as reported by regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the entire South Island and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have released rare red wind warnings - the top caution category - in key areas such as these major districts.
Locals have been advised to remain inside, avoid travel, and prepare for additional utility disruptions.
Widespread Destruction and Crisis Measures
The power cut is primarily influencing residences mostly in the South Island, although officials say that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have reported that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, while utility poles and vegetation have been brought down by the gusts.
In Wellington, a man was fatally injured after being struck by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the metropolis have been cancelled because of the winds, and some roads and libraries are shut down.
At the same time local leaders have announced a crisis declaration, to support recovery activities.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on today occur while tens of thousands of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been called a "mega strike", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the intense climate has forced them to alter some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Like conditions are also sweeping Australia, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Agencies have announced fire bans for fear of forest fires.
