PHL Embassy in US closed on July 4

The Philippine Embassy in Washington will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day in the United States. In an announcement on its website, the embassy issued emergency contact numbers for Filipinos who may need emergency assistance on that day. "For emergencies requiring assistance from the Embassy, please contact telephone numbers 202-368-2767 or 202-467-9300," it said. Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday to mark the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The occasion is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches and ceremonies. Such events celebrate the history, government, and traditions of the United States. On July 4, all non-essential federal institutions such as the postal service and federal courts are closed. — RSJ, GMA News