Powerful gales hitting speeds of approximately 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 households without power and compelled officials to halt more than 100 aircraft departures, according to local media.
These gusts are influencing the whole southern region and southern sections of the northern region, according to the national weather agency.
The nation's agencies have issued infrequent red wind warnings - the top caution category - in core zones encompassing these major districts.
Locals have been urged to avoid going outside, avoid travel, and get ready for additional electricity and network failures.
Widespread Impact and Emergency Measures
The power cut is primarily influencing households mostly in the southern region, though authorities say that power was being slowly brought back.
Domestic outlets have reported that in some places homes have lost their roofs, and trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gusts.
Across Wellington, a individual was fatally injured after being impacted by a falling limb at a popular trail walking spot on earlier this week.
Additionally in the city, a woman was swept into moving cars on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was recorded in a viral dashcam video.
Flights entering and leaving the urban area have been suspended because of the gusts, while certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have declared a state of emergency, to support disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Amid Harsh Conditions
These intense gusts on today coincide with numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been described as a "major walkout", requesting better pay and working conditions.
Yet the extreme weather has forced them to modify certain arrangements, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or called off.
Comparable winds are also sweeping the nearby nation, causing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Agencies have declared flame prohibitions for fear of forest fires.
