Powerful gales reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 households without power and forced authorities to call off in excess of 100 flights, based on domestic outlets.
The gales are influencing the complete South Island and southern sections of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have issued uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in key areas such as Canterbury and Wellington.
Residents have been encouraged to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and make arrangements for additional power and communication outages.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting residences mostly in the southern region, while agencies say that energy was being gradually reinstated.
Domestic outlets have stated that in some places homes have lost their roofs, while power lines and trees have been knocked down by the gusts.
Within the capital, a man was fatally injured after being hit by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on earlier this week.
Additionally in the city, a woman was pushed toward approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was recorded in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the city have been halted due to the gusts, whereas some roads and libraries are shut down.
Meanwhile local leaders have issued a emergency situation, to support disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Severe Conditions
The wild winds on Thursday coincide with tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are engaged in what has been termed a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
But the intense climate has forced them to modify various scheduled activities, with some outdoor rallies relocated inside or cancelled.
Comparable winds are impacting the nearby nation, ushering in a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Agencies have announced fire bans for apprehension regarding wildfires.
