Tough end to fluke season

Capt. Ron Santee of the Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands has been fluking every day when fishing is possible though conditions have rarely been favorable as the days run out. East winds and big swells have reduced catches to a pick and most fluke seem to have already started their long run to offshore spawning grounds.

There may be some hope for Friday as northwest winds at 5-10 knots are in the forecast before switching to southwest in the afternoon.

NYYC Capt. John McMurry reported another great yellowfin tuna bite to the east with most being very large and hitting jigs.