Officers have clarified that the bus involved was not a school bus.
Cumbria Police say the incident was first reported to them at 8.10am.
North West Ambulance Service, police and Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance and the road is closed in both directions.
At this time it is believed there are no serious injuries as a result of the incident.
The gas to the affected building has been isolated, police said.
Drivers and pedestrians are being asked to avoid the area while emergency services continue with their work.
“The incident is under investigation,” police said.
Anyone who witnessed what occurred or who has any other information which may assist is asked to contact police.
People can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 26 of 10 November 2026. You can also phone on 101.
