They probably made a beeline for the shed when they heard the rain coming. That’s what ours do when they’re outside and it rains. There are several outbuildings close by to choose from.
They won’t melt if they get a little damp. They just get a little miffed. LOL!
Our outside cats aren’t happy that they have to be inside at night nowadays. They want to go out to wander but that’s what’s killed too many over the years. Coyotes love kitty snacks. GRRRRR!! And there are too many of them around here now.
It’s a shame you have to contend with predators around your property.
Say....didn’t the stork family in Poland have 3 little ones? I could only see 2 tonight. :( I guess nature has struck again? Darn it!