Jared Smith, founder of Charleston Weather (also known as CHSWX), died Thursday from complications following heart surgery. He was 42.
Smith created Charleston Weather in 2008, and it quickly became a popular source of weather information, especially on social media platforms like Twitter/X. The @chswx account currently has more than 61,400 followers.
Despite having a full-time job outside of Charleston Weather, Smith dedicated countless hours to the platform. He was particularly active during severe storms and hurricanes, when he provided live updates to ensure residents had the most up-to-date and accurate information. His work was frequently praised by local meteorologists who appreciated his dedication, passion, and accuracy…