Anglers are dodging thunderstorms and gusty storm fronts this week, but when boats can get out on the water, the fishing scene is showing promise.

Cobia are peaking the most interest, since they are the newest game in town. Fish are around, with some boats faring better than others. Chummers working the shoal areas on the Western side of the Bay have caught a few cobia to around 70-pounds lately. Sight casters are spotting more fish this week, with the majority in the 30 to 50-pound range, with both live and artificial baits enticing strikes.

The flounder scene is still lagging for this time of year. The best catches continue to come from the shallower protected inlets, with Rudee Inlet boasting catches of flatties ranging from...