The most ancient stories (check some of the stone carving/paintings in Nikel Oblast in Russia) have it that the woman turns into a stone ~
Flash to ash seems more likely.
But what do I know?
Nada.
A stone.
Now, there is a world of opportunity here, to write something.
But I am in so much trouble already, for pissing off “true believers” - in a number of religions.
Maybe I should quit while I am behind.