Severe gusts hitting speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in approximately 90,000 households without power and led agencies to call off over 100 flights, based on regional news sources.
These gusts are affecting the complete southern region and lower areas of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have announced infrequent high-level wind alerts - the highest alert level - in central regions such as these major districts.
Residents have been advised to avoid going outside, avoid travel, and get ready for further electricity and network failures.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Response
The electricity loss seems to be impacting homes predominantly in the South Island, while authorities report that energy was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have stated that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gusts.
Within the capital, a man was lost his life after being hit by a wooden fragment at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a female was blown onto approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services to and from the city have been cancelled due to the gusts, and various routes and public facilities are shut down.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have declared a emergency situation, to assist recovery activities.
Work Stoppages During Severe Weather
The wild winds on this day coincide with numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the intense climate has forced them to change certain arrangements, with several external protests moved indoors or cancelled.
Like conditions are impacting Australia, ushering in a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have announced flame prohibitions for fear of bushfires.
