RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- According to a study by the Wildlife Center of Virginia, Virginia ranks ninth in the nation for deer-vehicle collisions.

Although West Virginia ranks number one in deer-vehicle collisions, Virginia falls eight places behind our neighboring state at nine.

These collisions are most common during November, October and December months, especially during dusk and dawn hours of 5 a.m. and 8 p.m. when deer are most active, per the Wildlife Center of Virginia.

The department says that deer whistles have not been proven effective when it comes to preventing collisions.

Here are some steps provided by the Virginia Department of Wildlife, that drivers can take if involved in a deer-vehicle related collision. • Pull over, turn on hazards and shine the headlights onto the

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