Powerful gales hitting speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 properties lacking electricity and forced officials to cancel in excess of 100 air travel services, according to local media.
The winds are influencing the complete South Island and southern sections of the northern region, as stated by the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have released rare severe gust advisories - the most severe warning - in central regions including Canterbury and Wellington.
Locals have been urged to remain inside, stay off roads, and prepare for further electricity and network failures.
Widespread Impact and Crisis Measures
The electricity loss is primarily influencing households mostly in the southern region, although officials say that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Local media have reported that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the winds.
Across Wellington, a person was lost his life after being impacted by a falling limb at a well-known hiking path on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was blown onto approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was filmed in a viral dashcam video.
Flights in and out of the metropolis have been suspended as a result of the weather, while some roads and libraries are not operating.
Simultaneously Canterbury officials have declared a state of emergency, to facilitate recovery activities.
Strike Action Amid Extreme Conditions
These intense gusts on Thursday come as many of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been called a "significant labor action", requesting better pay and working conditions.
Yet the severe conditions has compelled them to change some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or called off.
Like conditions are impacting the neighboring country, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Authorities have announced flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
