The Associated Press contributed to this report. It was moving west-northwest at about 8 mph. "While the official forecast track continues to lie to the south of the Hawaiian islands, only a slight deviation to the north of the forecast track would significantly increase potential impacts to the state of Hawaii," according to the center's forecast.

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The hurricane will gain strength "suddenly and rapidly" as it moves towards Hawaii, forecasters said. A 'dry' monsoon? "Hector is our first hurricane this year. It could move northwards to our latitude and have direct and significant impacts. Central Pacific Hurricane Center's John Bravender said: "All options are on the table. "While the official forecast track continues to lie south of the Hawaiian Islands, only a slight deviation to the north of the forecast track would significantly increase potential impacts on the Hawaiian Islands. CNN meteorologist Haley Brink said while Hector is heading in Big Island 's general direction, it's too early to tell if it's on a collision course with the volcano. Experts also warned Hurricane Hector could have a major impact if or when it makes landfall on Big Island, which is already feeling the impact of the Kilauea volcano.