Severe winds attaining speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 households experiencing outages and forced authorities to call off over 100 flights, based on domestic outlets.
The gales are impacting the complete southern region and lower areas of the North Island, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
Officials in New Zealand have issued rare red wind warnings - the top caution category - in key areas such as these major districts.
Locals have been urged to remain inside, avoid travel, and get ready for more power and communication outages.
Widespread Damage and Crisis Measures
The power cut appears to be affecting households mainly in the South Island, while agencies state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have indicated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, and utility poles and vegetation have been brought down by the gales.
Within the capital, a person was fatally injured after being struck by a tree branch at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was swept into approaching vehicles on a road by a powerful blast, in a incident that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the city have been suspended as a result of the winds, while certain highways and community centers are also closed.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have issued a crisis declaration, to support disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on Thursday occur while numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been called a "significant labor action", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
But the severe conditions has forced them to alter certain arrangements, with several external protests moved indoors or called off.
Similar gusts are impacting the neighboring country, ushering in a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Officials have declared fire bans for apprehension regarding wildfires.
