Hawaii braces for first direct hit hurricane in 22 years

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In the U.S. state of Hawaii, people are preparing for the first direct hurricane hit in 22 years.

Hurricane Iselle is moving west across the Pacific, and is projected to hit the islands on Thursday. Tracking close behind is Hurricane Julio, which strengthened early Thursday into a Category 2 storm. Correspondent Jim Cantore reports from Hilo.

Hawaii braces for first hurricane in 22 years

In the U.S. state of Hawaii, people are preparing for the first direct hurricane hit in 22 years. Hurricane Iselle is moving west across the Pacific, and is projected to hit the islands on Thursday. Tracking close behind is Hurricane Julio, which strengthened early Thursday into a Category 2 storm. Correspondent Jim Cantore reports from Hilo.