Powerful gusts reaching velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 properties without power and compelled authorities to cancel more than 100 air travel services, based on regional news sources.
The gales are affecting the complete South Island and southern parts of the North Island, as stated by the national weather agency.
New Zealand authorities have released uncommon severe gust advisories - the highest alert level - in key areas encompassing Wellington and Canterbury.
Locals have been encouraged to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for further utility disruptions.
Widespread Impact and Emergency Measures
This outage appears to be affecting households mostly in the South Island, while officials report that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Regional news have reported that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gales.
Within the capital, a man was lost his life after being struck by a tree branch at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a individual was blown onto approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a incident that was captured in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel in and out of the metropolis have been cancelled because of the weather, whereas certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a state of emergency, to assist emergency management operations.
Work Stoppages During Harsh Weather
The powerful gales on this day coincide with numerous of school staff, physicians and civil servants take part in what has been called a "mega strike", requesting better pay and working conditions.
Yet the intense climate has pressured them to change various scheduled activities, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or cancelled.
Comparable winds are impacting the nearby nation, bringing a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have declared flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding wildfires.
