Intense gales attaining velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 households experiencing outages and forced authorities to cancel more than 100 flights, as reported by local media.
The gales are impacting the entire South Island and lower areas of the North Island, as stated by the national weather agency.
Officials in New Zealand have issued uncommon severe gust advisories - the most severe warning - in core zones such as Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been encouraged to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for further electricity and network failures.
Broad Impact and Crisis Measures
The power cut seems to be impacting residences mostly in the southern region, although officials say that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have stated that in some places homes have lost their roofs, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the gales.
Within the capital, a person was killed after being hit by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was filmed in a viral dashcam video.
Flights in and out of the metropolis have been halted due to the gusts, and certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have announced a crisis declaration, to support emergency management operations.
Labor Protests Alongside Extreme Conditions
The powerful gales on today coincide with numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been termed a "significant labor action", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the intense climate has compelled them to modify some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies moved indoors or called off.
Comparable winds are also sweeping Australia, causing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Officials have declared flame prohibitions for concern about wildfires.
