Severe gusts reaching velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 properties lacking electricity and compelled authorities to cancel more than 100 flights, based on local media.
The winds are impacting the entire southern region and southern sections of the northern region, per the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have issued uncommon red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in core zones encompassing these major districts.
Locals have been advised to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and prepare for further utility disruptions.
Extensive Destruction and Crisis Response
The electricity loss is primarily influencing households mostly in the southern region, while authorities say that energy was being restored progressively.
Local media have reported that in various locations roofs have been ripped off houses, and trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the gales.
Across Wellington, a person was lost his life after being hit by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a female was swept into moving cars on a street by a powerful blast, in a incident that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights in and out of the urban area have been halted because of the weather, and various routes and public facilities are not operating.
Simultaneously local leaders have declared a crisis declaration, to facilitate recovery activities.
Labor Protests Amid Severe Weather
These intense gusts on Thursday coincide with numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been described as a "significant labor action", demanding higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the extreme weather has pressured them to alter some of their plans, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Comparable winds are affecting the neighboring country, ushering in a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Authorities have announced flame prohibitions for concern about forest fires.
