Intense gales reaching speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 homes lacking electricity and forced authorities to cancel over 100 aircraft departures, based on local media.
These gusts are influencing the whole southern region and southern parts of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have issued infrequent red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in key areas such as these major districts.
People have been urged to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional utility disruptions.
Broad Destruction and Crisis Measures
The power cut seems to be impacting households mainly in the southern region, while officials state that energy was being gradually reinstated.
Domestic outlets have reported that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, while trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the gales.
Across Wellington, a man was lost his life after being impacted by a tree branch at a popular trail walking spot on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a woman was blown onto moving cars on a street by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Air travel in and out of the urban area have been suspended as a result of the gusts, while some roads and libraries are shut down.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have declared a crisis declaration, to assist disaster response efforts.
Work Stoppages Alongside Harsh Conditions
The wild winds on today come as many of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the intense climate has forced them to alter some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or abandoned.
Comparable winds are affecting the neighboring country, ushering in a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Agencies have declared flame prohibitions for concern about wildfires.
