Severe winds hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 homes without power and forced officials to cancel over 100 flights, as reported by local media.
The winds are affecting the whole southern region and lower areas of the North Island, per the national weather agency.
The nation's agencies have issued uncommon severe gust advisories - the most severe warning - in core zones such as Canterbury and Wellington.
Residents have been advised to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional power and communication outages.
Widespread Damage and Crisis Measures
The electricity loss seems to be impacting homes mainly in the southern region, although agencies say that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the gusts.
In Wellington, a person was lost his life after being struck by a tree branch at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a event that was recorded in a widely shared car camera footage.
Flights in and out of the metropolis have been halted due to the gusts, whereas certain highways and community centers are also closed.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have issued a crisis declaration, to support emergency management operations.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
The wild winds on today come as numerous of school staff, physicians and civil servants are engaged in what has been termed a "significant labor action", calling for improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the intense climate has pressured them to change certain arrangements, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or called off.
Similar gusts are also sweeping the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Authorities have declared flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
