Powerful gales hitting speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 households without power and led officials to cancel in excess of 100 flights, according to local media.
The winds are affecting the complete South Island and southern sections of the northern region, as stated by the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have announced infrequent severe gust advisories - the highest alert level - in core zones such as Wellington and Canterbury.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, stay off roads, and make arrangements for more power and communication outages.
Extensive Damage and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss is primarily influencing residences mostly in the South Island, while agencies state that the electricity supply was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in some places roofs have been ripped off houses, while power lines and trees have been knocked down by the gales.
Within the capital, a man was killed after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a individual was blown onto oncoming traffic on a thoroughfare by a powerful blast, in a incident that was captured in a viral dashcam video.
Flights in and out of the city have been halted as a result of the weather, whereas some roads and libraries are not operating.
Simultaneously authorities in Canterbury have announced a state of emergency, to facilitate recovery activities.
Work Stoppages Amid Harsh Weather
The powerful gales on Thursday coincide with many of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been termed a "major walkout", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the severe conditions has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with several external protests moved indoors or called off.
Like conditions are affecting the neighboring country, bringing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Authorities have declared burning restrictions for fear of wildfires.
