Severe gales hitting speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in nearly 90,000 households experiencing outages and compelled officials to cancel in excess of 100 flights, according to local media.
The winds are affecting the complete southern region and southern sections of the northern region, per the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have announced uncommon red wind warnings - the top caution category - in key areas such as Wellington and Canterbury.
Locals have been urged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for further utility disruptions.
Widespread Impact and Crisis Measures
The power cut appears to be affecting homes predominantly in the South Island, while authorities state that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Regional news have indicated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, and utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gales.
Within the capital, a man was fatally injured after being struck by a tree branch at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Also in the capital, a individual was blown onto oncoming traffic on a street by a intensive burst, in a incident that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights in and out of the city have been suspended due to the gusts, whereas various routes and public facilities are shut down.
At the same time local leaders have declared a emergency situation, to support emergency management operations.
Strike Action Alongside Harsh Conditions
These intense gusts on this day occur while numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
Yet the extreme weather has compelled them to alter various scheduled activities, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or abandoned.
Similar gusts are impacting the nearby nation, bringing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Authorities have announced fire bans for apprehension regarding wildfires.
