Florida has recorded 558 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 39,087 workers across 231 companies. The most active filer is Gulf Coast Optometry, P.A., D.Ba. Global Care Optometry with 39 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa. Filing dates range from May 15, 2024 through May 4, 2026. Employers provided an average of 49 days notice before the effective date. Transportation & Warehousing accounts for the largest share of affected workers at 27%. Filings in the most recent quarter were higher than the prior quarter, with 90 compared to 47.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
39,087
Filings
558
Companies Affected
231
Avg Workers / Filing
70
Top Employer
Spirit Airlines
4,887 workers
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Largest filing this month Spirit Airlines 2,529 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 1,628/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
10,068
2025
2024

Closure vs. Layoff

Note: 100% of filings do not specify type.

Filings by Industry

Transportation & Warehousing 10,426 workers (27%)
Accommodation & Food Services 6,071 workers (16%)
Healthcare & Social Assistance 4,931 workers (13%)
Manufacturing 4,273 workers (11%)
Professional & Technical Services 2,586 workers (7%)
Wholesale Trade 2,136 workers (5%)
Administrative & Support Services 1,919 workers (5%)
Finance & Insurance 1,364 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
Spirit Airlines 8x in 12 mo Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), 100 Terminal Dr, Fort Lauderdale
2,529 2026-05-02 2026-05-04
Spirit Airlines 8x in 12 mo Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO), 1 Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Orlando
796 2026-05-02 2026-05-04
Spirit Airlines 8x in 12 mo Miami
Miami International Airport (MIA), 2100 NW 42nd Ave, Miami
181 2026-05-02 2026-05-04
Spirit Airlines 8x in 12 mo Dania Beach
Spirit Support Center, 1731 Radiant Drive Dania Beach
551 2026-05-02 2026-05-04
Atento Miramar
3350 SW 148th Avenue, Suite 404
91 2026-06-26 2026-04-28
Management & Training Panama City
5400 Bay Line Dr
161 2026-06-30 2026-04-27
Management & Training Graceville
5168 Ezell Rd
259 2026-06-30 2026-04-27
Peterson Brands Fort Myers
9910 Bavaria Rd
135 2026-06-27 2026-04-27
Msgr. Bryan Walsh Children's Village Miami
9525 Sterling Drive
84 2026-05-31 2026-04-27
Republic National Distributing Deerfield Beach
441 SW 12 Ave
363 2026-06-21 2026-04-22
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