Severe gusts hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 households without power and compelled officials to halt over 100 air travel services, according to local media.
The winds are affecting the complete South Island and southern parts of the northern region, per the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have released infrequent high-level wind alerts - the top caution category - in central regions encompassing Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been advised to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional electricity and network failures.
Widespread Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting homes mostly in the South Island, though authorities report that power was being gradually reinstated.
Regional news have indicated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the gusts.
In Wellington, a man was killed after being struck by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a female was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a event that was filmed in a viral dashcam video.
Flights to and from the metropolis have been suspended because of the gusts, and some roads and libraries are also closed.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have issued a emergency situation, to support recovery activities.
Work Stoppages During Severe Weather
These intense gusts on this day occur while tens of thousands of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", requesting better pay and working conditions.
However the severe conditions has pressured them to alter some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings relocated inside or called off.
Like conditions are impacting the neighboring country, bringing a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Agencies have announced flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding bushfires.
