Severe gusts reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have resulted in around 90,000 households experiencing outages and forced authorities to cancel more than 100 air travel services, based on domestic outlets.
The winds are impacting the entire southern region and southern parts of the northern region, as stated by the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have issued rare red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in core zones such as these major districts.
Locals have been encouraged to remain inside, stay off roads, and prepare for additional utility disruptions.
Widespread Destruction and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting residences predominantly in the southern region, while officials say that energy was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have reported that in various locations homes have lost their roofs, whereas trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the gusts.
Across Wellington, a person was fatally injured after being struck by a tree branch at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was blown onto approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services in and out of the metropolis have been cancelled as a result of the winds, and various routes and public facilities are shut down.
At the same time Canterbury officials have announced a emergency situation, to facilitate recovery activities.
Work Stoppages During Extreme Conditions
The wild winds on Thursday occur while many of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been called a "mega strike", demanding better pay and working conditions.
However the severe conditions has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or abandoned.
Like conditions are impacting the neighboring country, bringing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have announced burning restrictions for apprehension regarding bushfires.
