Precise knowledge of location, estimates of size, and general sense of connection between places.
They are the maps in our head, so when you think of a neighborhood or states, you can think of where they are positioned and how to get there
they help navigate areas like the kitchen, states, towns, countries and so on
In areas where wind belts converge I'd say, considering they aren't limited to JUST storms.
A tectonic hazard would be something that isn't expected but only lasts so long.
Example: an earthquake or tsunami
The best example is an earthquake
Immediate responses would be to take shelter under a sturdy building or get to high grounds where nothing can fall on you.
The number of deaths could be reduced by having regular safety checks of buildings and if you know you are near tectonic plate shifting then the building should be built with study material.