Luke Victor

Colorado Springs

Morning Traffic Anchor and Meteorologist at KKTV-TV (Colorado Springs, CO)

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Python: List Comprehensions vs Generator Expressions - What they mean and how to use them

Nov 11, 2024 | medium.com | Luke Victor

Luke Victor·Follow4 min read·--For seasoned Pythoners, you’ll know the importance of List Comprehensions and Generator Expressions. If you’re just now learning and want some help wrapping your head around these concepts, I’m here to break it down for you!LC vs GE: Who comes out on top? (Hint: it depends!!)Let’s start with this simple example: You’re a developer for an online shop and there’s a Black Friday sale coming up.
Smoke could last for days: Latest Colorado smoke forecast

Jul 22, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Many people across Colorado woke up to hazy skies on Monday morning. This has forced some alerts to be issued for many along the I-25 corridor. Smoky skies are being experienced from Fort Collins all the way to Pueblo. SMOKEIf you are sensitive to the smoke or have respiratory issues, reduce your exposure outdoors and avoid strenuous activities.
High pressure and how it will bring possible record heat this weekend

Jul 10, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

High pressure and how it will bring possible record heat this weekend 90s and 100s heat looking likely, here’s how high pressure works to bring the heat!
Record heat possible this weekend in Southern Colorado

Jul 9, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

A powerful ridge of high pressure is headed to southern Colorado later this week and into the weekend. Highs in the 90s and 100s could be widespread across our viewing area. In Colorado Springs, we’ll be close to all-time record highs, and while we’ll likely stay away from all-time records in Pueblo, it likely won’t be a walk in the park. Take a look at the heat building out west over the next few days.
Beryl to impact Texas, with Colorado likely to avoid impacts

Jul 5, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

As of Friday afternoon, Beryl was a strong tropical storm system beginning to exit the Yucatan Peninsula. The latest track on this storm system moves the storm in southeast Texas by the end of the weekend and early next week. As the storm begins to curve northward, it will likely slow down increasing the heavy rainfall threat for a large portion of the Lone Star State. Rainfall potential is showing off some impressive numbers...
Was the HWY 50 storm a tornado on Wednesday morning?

Jul 4, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

KKTV was on the scene most of Wednesday after storm damage shut down HWY 50 near Manzanola. Officially, the NWS is not making a call whether or not this was straight-line wind damage or a tornado. But, there are some clues I’ve spotted going over radar data from Wednesday morning. The storm responsible for the damage fired very quickly around 4am leading to a quick severe thunderstorm warning being issued by the National Weather Service.
Catching up with Colorado Weather

Jun 27, 2024 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

Hey all! It’s Luke with the 11 Breaking Weather Team. The month of June has been all about the heat in southern Colorado. Temps soared into the 90s as early as June 5th for Colorado Springs and on June 1st for Pueblo. Since then, way more days have been hot than mild. Below is a look at departure from average high temps for Colorado Springs and Pueblo so far this month.
Colorado weather: Light mix with slick spots Tuesday morning, Wednesday storm approaching

Dec 11, 2023 | newspub.live | Luke Victor

denver weatherColorado weather: Light mix with slick spots Tuesday morning, Wednesday storm approachingAfter mild days Sunday and Monday, we’re heading into a cloudier and colder pattern through midweek. It’s all kicking off with some moisture streaming into the region Monday night and Tuesday morning. Short range models are indicating a some drizzle and snow showers along the northern foothills and front range through Tuesday morning and into the early afternoon.
Colorado Fall Colors 2023

Sep 20, 2023 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - One of the most beautiful times of year is upon us! The fall season starts on Saturday in the northern hemisphere and Colorado is getting ready to show off her colors! Heads up for all of you leaf peepers. The next 3-4 weeks will feature an array of beautiful fall foliage for you to take in. It will start soon up in the hills, with Rocky Mountain National Park kicking off their peak in the next 7-10 days.
Possible tornado strikes Pikes Peak Highway Thursday afternoon

Jul 20, 2023 | kktv.com | Luke Victor

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - It was a wild day of weather across southern Colorado on Thursday afternoon. There were several reports of golf-ball-sized hail or greater impacting Colorado Springs, with even larger hail reports east of I-25. Additionally, we are receiving reports and pictures of potential tornado damage from the Pikes Peak Highway. Doppler radar indicates rotation passing over the Pikes Peak Hwy, south of the Crystal Creek Reservoir around 2:00 pm.