Intense gusts attaining velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 households lacking electricity and led officials to call off in excess of 100 air travel services, as reported by domestic outlets.
The gales are impacting the whole southern region and southern parts of the northern region, as stated by the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have issued rare red wind warnings - the top caution category - in core zones such as these major districts.
People have been advised to stay indoors, avoid travel, and prepare for more utility disruptions.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
This outage seems to be impacting residences mainly in the southern region, although officials say that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have stated that in certain areas structures have suffered roof damage, whereas trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the winds.
In Wellington, a person was lost his life after being struck by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was blown onto moving cars on a road by a intensive burst, in a event that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the city have been halted because of the weather, and some roads and libraries are not operating.
Simultaneously local leaders have announced a state of emergency, to assist disaster response efforts.
Work Stoppages Amid Harsh Conditions
These intense gusts on Thursday coincide with numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been called a "mega strike", requesting better pay and working conditions.
However the intense climate has pressured them to modify certain arrangements, with several external protests relocated inside or cancelled.
Similar gusts are impacting the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Agencies have issued burning restrictions for fear of wildfires.
