Intense gales reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 households experiencing outages and compelled officials to cancel over 100 aircraft departures, based on local media.
The winds are affecting the whole South Island and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have issued infrequent severe gust advisories - the top caution category - in central regions encompassing these major districts.
Residents have been advised to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for further electricity and network failures.
Widespread Impact and Crisis Measures
This outage seems to be impacting residences mainly in the southern region, though authorities say that energy was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, and utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the winds.
Within the capital, a man was fatally injured after being hit by a wooden fragment at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a female was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a street by a powerful blast, in a event that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights to and from the metropolis have been cancelled because of the weather, and certain highways and community centers are not operating.
At the same time local leaders have issued a state of emergency, to support disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on today occur while many of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been termed a "significant labor action", calling for better pay and working conditions.
But the extreme weather has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or cancelled.
Similar gusts are also sweeping the nearby nation, bringing a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have issued burning restrictions for concern about forest fires.
