Washington DC Layoffs — June 2010
Employers in Washington DC submitted 1 WARN Act notices in June 2010, putting at risk an estimated 152 workers — down from May and up 65% versus June 2009. The average filing covered 152 workers, with 1 closure among the notices.
Industry Breakdown
| Industry | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Food | 1 | 152 |
The Accommodation & Food sector emerged as the hardest-hit sector with 152 workers across 1 notice.
Geographic Hotspots
| County | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| District Of Columbia | 1 | 152 |
District Of Columbia was the epicenter of layoff activity, accounting for 100% of all affected workers with 152 workers across 1 notices.
| City | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | 152 |
Layoff Type Analysis
| Type | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Closure | 1 | 152 |
The high proportion of closures (100% of affected workers) suggests structural shifts rather than temporary cutbacks in Washington DC's labor market.
Largest Layoffs
| Company | City | Workers | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN Sport Zone | Washington | 152 | Closure |
Topping the list was ESPN Sport Zone at its Washington facility, reporting 152 affected workers.
Trend & Outlook
These figures highlight a mixed picture for Washington DC's labor market, with activity diverging between monthly and annual comparisons. The Accommodation & Food sector warrants close attention heading into the next period.
This analysis is based on official WARN Act filings reported by Washington DC. The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers with 100+ employees to provide 60-day advance notice of mass layoffs and plant closings. Data is updated daily by WARN Firehose. View all Washington DC WARN notices, browse layoffs by state, or download the full dataset.