Severe gales reaching velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 properties experiencing outages and forced officials to call off over 100 air travel services, according to local media.
These gusts are influencing the whole southern region and southern sections of the northern region, according to the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have released uncommon high-level wind alerts - the highest alert level - in key areas encompassing Canterbury and Wellington.
Residents have been urged to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for additional power and communication outages.
Extensive Destruction and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss seems to be impacting residences mainly in the southern region, although officials state that the electricity supply was being restored progressively.
Regional news have reported that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the winds.
Across Wellington, a man was fatally injured after being hit by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a individual was swept into moving cars on a street by a intensive burst, in a moment that was recorded in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services to and from the metropolis have been cancelled as a result of the winds, and certain highways and community centers are also closed.
Meanwhile local leaders have announced a crisis declaration, to facilitate emergency management operations.
Work Stoppages During Harsh Weather
The powerful gales on Thursday coincide with many of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been termed a "significant labor action", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the extreme weather has forced them to modify certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or cancelled.
Like conditions are also sweeping Australia, causing a heatwave to the remote areas.
Authorities have announced fire bans for fear of forest fires.
