It's that time of the year again along the Gulf Coast.Hurricane season officially begins Friday for Louisiana, Mississippi and the other Gulf States that are impacted by tropical systems in the Atlantic basin.Each year, WDSU gets the latest information and updates on preparations throughout southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast.Our "Get Ready Now" special highlights what state and local leaders are doing for the 2018 hurricane season and what residents need to be aware of this year.(Click here if you don't see the specials below)Watch all three parts below:Part 1:Part 2:Part 3:Keep up with local news, weather and current events with the WDSU app here. Sign up for our email newsletters to get breaking news right in your inbox. Click here to sign up!