Etna volcano in Catania, Italy erupted on August 29 again, 20 days after the last event, with the highest jets of the lava fountain reaching 600 meters. /CFP

The eruptive column was carried by the wind to the southeast and the heavy rain of ash fell on the town of Zafferana Etnea and neighboring villages. /CFP

Located above the Sicilian town of Catania, Europe's highest and most active volcano Mount Etna has been in the news more than ever this year. This is the 52nd eruptive episode of 2021. Such a large series of eruptions in such a short period of time had not happened for 20 years. /CFP

Etna often erupts, sending rocks and lava spewing into the air and providing a dazzling light show for residents around but rarely causes damage. /CFP

The active volcano is believed to have the longest written record of eruptions than any other volcano, with its first recorded observation dating back to 425 B.C. /CFP