Florida has recorded 548 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 33,703 workers across 228 companies. The most active filer is Gulf Coast Optometry, P.A., D.Ba. Global Care Optometry with 39 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa. Filing dates range from May 2, 2024 through Apr 17, 2026. Employers provided an average of 49 days notice before the effective date. Filings in the most recent quarter were higher than the prior quarter, with 90 compared to 47.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
33,703
Filings
548
Companies Affected
228
Avg Workers / Filing
61
Top Employer
Kroger
1,403 workers
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Largest filing this month Amazon 616 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 1,404/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
4,235
2025
2024

Closure vs. Layoff

Note: 100% of filings do not specify type.

Filings by Industry

Transportation & Warehousing 6,369 workers (19%)
Accommodation & Food Services 6,071 workers (18%)
Healthcare & Social Assistance 4,847 workers (14%)
Manufacturing 4,273 workers (13%)
Professional & Technical Services 2,891 workers (9%)
Administrative & Support Services 1,499 workers (4%)
Finance & Insurance 1,364 workers (4%)
Public Administration 1,163 workers (3%)

Top Employers Filing in Florida

Laid off in Florida?

If your employer filed a WARN notice in Florida, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with the Florida workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers. Ask specifically about Rapid Response services, which are designed for WARN-affected workers.

File for Florida Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at the Florida workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

Career Services and Training

Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.

Find Your Local Job Center

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

About This Data

Florida follows the federal WARN Act with no additional state-level requirements. All data on this page is sourced from official filings published by the Florida workforce agency. Updated daily on business days. View source data at Florida workforce agency →

Recent Florida Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyCityTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Iron Galaxy Studios Orlando
189 S Orange Ave STE 1900
50 2026-04-17 2026-04-17
Amazon Homestead
27505 SW 132 Ave, TMB8
616 2026-07-02 2026-04-17
Ari Ben Aviator Fort Pierce
4220 Aviator Way
50 2026-04-15 2026-04-13
Bahama Breeze 11x in 12 mo Brandon
805 Brandon Town Center Drive
86 2026-04-20 2026-04-07
Highgate Hotels, L.P Miami Beach
601 Washington Avenue
114 2026-05-31 2026-04-01
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Lake Worth
4445 Pine Forest Drive
53 2026-03-31 2026-04-01
HCL America Orlando
9002 San Marco Court
120 2026-05-26 2026-03-27
City Cellar West Palm Beach
700 S. Rosemary Avenue
96 2026-05-24 2026-03-25
Milestone Reporting Orlando
315 East Robinson Street, Suite 510
80 2026-05-15 2026-03-16
Nan Mc Miami
20 SE 3rd Ave
97 2026-05-11 2026-03-11
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