Intense winds reaching velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 homes experiencing outages and forced agencies to call off in excess of 100 flights, according to domestic outlets.
These gusts are affecting the complete South Island and lower areas of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have issued uncommon red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in core zones such as Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been urged to stay indoors, avoid travel, and prepare for further electricity and network failures.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The power cut is primarily influencing residences mainly in the southern region, although authorities say that energy was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, and power lines and trees have been knocked down by the winds.
Across Wellington, a person was killed after being hit by a falling limb at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was pushed toward oncoming traffic on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Aircraft services in and out of the city have been halted because of the weather, while various routes and public facilities are also closed.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have issued a emergency situation, to facilitate recovery activities.
Strike Action Amid Extreme Conditions
These intense gusts on today come as numerous of school staff, physicians and civil servants are participating in what has been called a "mega strike", calling for better pay and working conditions.
But the severe conditions has forced them to change certain arrangements, with several external protests shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Comparable winds are impacting Australia, causing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have announced burning restrictions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
