Intense winds reaching velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 households without power and compelled authorities to halt more than 100 flights, according to regional news sources.
These gusts are impacting the entire southern region and southern sections of the North Island, per the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have issued rare high-level wind alerts - the top caution category - in key areas including Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been urged to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for more utility disruptions.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss seems to be impacting households mostly in the southern region, although agencies report that energy was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have indicated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, and trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the winds.
Across Wellington, a individual was fatally injured after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a individual was pushed toward moving cars on a road by a intensive burst, in a event that was recorded in a viral dashcam video.
Aircraft services in and out of the city have been cancelled because of the winds, and various routes and public facilities are also closed.
Meanwhile local leaders have announced a state of emergency, to facilitate recovery activities.
Strike Action Alongside Extreme Conditions
These intense gusts on this day come as numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been called a "major walkout", calling for better pay and working conditions.
Yet the severe conditions has compelled them to modify some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Like conditions are impacting the nearby nation, ushering in a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Agencies have issued fire bans for concern about forest fires.
