Severe gales hitting speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 properties lacking electricity and forced authorities to cancel over 100 flights, based on local media.
The gales are impacting the complete southern region and southern parts of the northern region, per the national weather agency.
New Zealand authorities have announced rare severe gust advisories - the top caution category - in core zones such as these major districts.
People have been urged to stay indoors, avoid travel, and get ready for additional electricity and network failures.
Broad Impact and Crisis Response
This outage seems to be impacting homes predominantly in the southern region, while officials say that power was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gales.
Within the capital, a individual was killed after being hit by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a individual was blown onto moving cars on a street by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was captured in a viral dashcam video.
Air travel to and from the metropolis have been suspended because of the gusts, and certain highways and community centers are also closed.
Simultaneously authorities in Canterbury have declared a state of emergency, to assist recovery activities.
Labor Protests Alongside Extreme Conditions
The powerful gales on today occur while tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the extreme weather has compelled them to alter some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies moved indoors or cancelled.
Similar gusts are also sweeping the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have issued flame prohibitions for concern about bushfires.
