Layoff notice, what does the 60 days mean? - what worked for you?

I received a formal notice about a mass layoff at my workplace. This is my first time dealing with any of this. I do not know if I should start looking now or wait for severance news.

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.

The workforce board ran a rapid-response session for us with résumé help and information on benefits. Ask if yours will.